Strategic Buyer

QubicaAMF Worldwide - Bowling Products

Strategic Buyer developing and implementing sourcing and procurement strategies. Collaborating across teams to optimize inventory and supplier performance for manufacturing operations.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeMechanicsville • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing and procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and supply chain planning. Proficient in data analysis and process improvement to enhance operational efficiency and inventory management.

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Supply Chain ManagementProcurement StrategiesSupplier Relationship ManagementData AnalysisInventory Management

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Hard Skills

SourcingProcurementInventory ManagementDemand ForecastingProcess ImprovementContract NegotiationSupplier Performance AnalysisLogisticsERP/MRP SystemsMicrosoft Excel

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingNegotiationIssue Resolution

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainManufacturingOperational SOPsSupplier Quality AssuranceCost Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement sourcing and procurement strategies for assigned categories that balance cost, quality, lead time, availability, and overall business value.
Develop, manage, and measure key supplier relationships, including supplier performance, communication cadence, issue resolution, and ongoing improvement opportunities.
Identify and qualify new supplier opportunities; lead pricing, terms, contract, and commercial negotiations to support business goals and supply continuity.
Analyzes global demand trends to incorporate into forecasting, inventory planning, and supply chain demand.
Identify and develop process improvements within the supply chain by continuously improving techniques, methods, and approaches to procurement strategies, demand forecasting, and inventory planning.
Manages inventory levels for phase-in/phase-out opportunities for assigned product categories.
Participate in new product development process by supporting sourcing, supplier readiness, component availability, cost visibility, and material planning requirements.
Actively manage product changes into production plans, coordinating timing, inventory usage, and supplier updates.
Coordinates with inventory buyers and supply chain leaders to identify and reconcile constraints, supply shortages, and other issues impacting customer fulfillment. (e.g., parts shortages, back orders).
Daily approval of planned PO’s for assigned product categories.
Works closely with Quality Assurance to ensure suppliers' quality expectations are met or exceeded standards, leads supplier performance appraisals.
Collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop, maintain, and improve operational SOPs and procurement processes.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, operations, procurement, logistics, engineering, or related field required; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Minimum of 2 years of supply chain experience in procurement, sourcing, inventory management, planning, logistics, or a similar function.
Experience managing critical supplier relationships in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience with supply chain planning, ERP/MRP, or procurement systems.
Expertise with Microsoft Excel is required; ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate findings into practical actions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
PTO
paid Holidays
on-site fitness center