Senior Buyer

Michael Page International

Eddystone, Pennsylvania

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$44–$55 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Temporary

SKILLS

Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Plan, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Concrete, Contract Negotiation, Contract Requirements, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Documentation Standards, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Expense Analysis, Expense Management, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Reporting, Food Production, Food and Beverage Industry, IBM Maximo Asset Management, IBM Product Family, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Improvement, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Procurement Planning, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Requirements, Reliability Engineering, Risk Management, SAP, Sourcing Strategy, Supplier Optimization, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Team Lead/Manager, Total Cost of Ownership, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection

LOCATION

Eddystone, Pennsylvania

POSTED

4 days ago

12 Month Contract Opportunity at Global CompanyThis position is with a global, publicly traded organization that operates in the Food Manufacturing sector. With 60+ manufacturing sites across the globe, this role will support the scope of a legacy site located in Delaware County, PA.Job DescriptionManage end-to-end sourcing and purchasing activities for site-related CAPEX, MRO, technical services, spare parts, facility-related services, utilities, laboratory consumables/services/equipment, and other indirect operational needs not managed at Group level, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Develop and execute sourcing strategies for local/site indirect spend categories to ensure the most efficient procurement of goods and services at the best total cost of ownership, while safeguarding service, quality, operational continuity, and compliance. Lead supplier identification, qualification, and negotiation processes to secure capable vendors and competitive commercial agreements. Collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, quality, finance, and other key site stakeholders to align procurement plans with business priorities, technical requirements, and plant operational needs. Apply the appropriate purchasing approach depending on the situation, including strategic sourcing, tactical sourcing, spot buys, contract-based procurement, and structured negotiation. Challenge, clarify, and help improve internal specifications and requirements to enable efficient sourcing, reduce rework, and shorten lead times. Build and maintain a prioritized action pipeline for the site, supported by spend analysis and stakeholder alignment, and translate this into concrete initiatives for cost optimization, supplier performance improvement, operational reliability, and risk mitigation. Manage supplier relationships in a disciplined and proactive manner, including contract negotiation, supplier performance follow-up, and supplier risk mitigation, ensuring that vendors deliver the expected performance in service, quality, and total cost of ownership. Support or lead issue resolution between suppliers and internal stakeholders. Ensure full compliance with Group purchasing policies, tendering rules, approval workflows, documentation requirements, contract governance, and audit expectations. Act as a link between the local/site procurement activity and the wider Global Purchasing Organization, ensuring local execution is aligned with global agreements, governance, and broader procurement standards. Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready procurement documentation, supplier records, and contract files, and provide regular and ad hoc reporting as needed. Support the maturation of procurement processes and ways of working at site level, helping position procurement as a proactive business partner rather than only a transactional service function. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree required; Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a technical field is strongly preferred. Language: English written and spoken fluently. Strong command of Microsoft Office tools. Knowledge of SAP, Coupa and/or IBM Maximo is a strong advantage. Minimum of 8 years of procurement experience in an international company (preferably in food/pharmaceutical/chemical industries), within the manufacturing sector. Proven expertise in sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and site / operational procurement. Proven success in managing indirect spend categories in a plant or industrial environment, especially CAPEX, MRO, technical services, and operational service categories. Strong capability in stakeholder management, including the ability to work cross-functionally, push back constructively, align priorities, and influence decisions without formal authority. High level of autonomy, ownership, adaptability, and resilience in fast-paced and changing environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound, timely, and risk-aware decisions. Strong understanding of procurement compliance, internal controls, approvals, tendering discipline, and documentation standards. Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, ensuring procurement activities align with procurement objectives and stakeholder needs. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools.What's on OfferLong Term Contract/Temporary Position! 12 Months with potential to be considered for a Full-Time, Permanent Position (should role arise). Competitive Pay Rate: $45-65/hour Health, Dental & Vision Benefits Available on Day 1 of Employment Start ASAP! HYBRID work schedule! The site this role supports is located in Delaware County, PA (2-3 days/week on-site) Assist in redesigning core supplier metrics and category strategic spend initiatives with exposure to global leadership team

About the Company

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

WEBSITE

https://www.michaelpage.ca/