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Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial GasesStrategic Sourcing Buyer leading procurement strategies for metal components in the industrial gases sector. Building supplier relationships and ensuring timely supply chains.
Posted 5/26/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite
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Hard Skills
procurementsupplier developmentmaterial flowmetal castingsmachined componentsmetal fabricationnegotiationsupply chain managementsavings projectsnew product development
Soft Skills
relationship managementleadershipstrategic thinkingcommunicationcollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Industry Keywords
supply chainprocurement strategiesglobal procurementproduction environmentmachiningforgingswelding
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Responsible for source selection and procurement of products and services
- Manage metal castings, machined components, and metal fabrication commodities
- Support and co-lead procurement strategies for different commodities
- Develop and maintain supplier relationships
- Conduct annual supplier negotiations with top ten suppliers
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely supply of materials
- Lead procurement assignments for new product development
- Drive and execute supplier savings projects
Requirements
What you’ll need- 10+ years of experience in supply chain and procurement
- Strong background in procurement strategies
- Extensive knowledge of supplier development strategies
- Extensive knowledge of material flow best practices in production environment
- Experience with global procurement teams
- Strong knowledge of machining castings, forgings, and welding
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related technical area or equivalent work experience
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities