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Sr Buyer

Synergy Staffing Inc

Newport News, VA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Manufacturing, Market Tracking, Market Trend Analysis, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Record Keeping, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), SAP, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Newport News, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Buyer. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and is eager to contribute to the standardization and optimization of processes 

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers in alignment with company goals.
  • Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks to inform procurement decisions.
  • Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance metrics.
  • Identify and lead cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement projects for assigned categories of spend.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Technical teams to ensure material specifications are met.
  • Support audits and regulatory inspections related to procurement and supplier management.
  • Mentor and lead junior buyers or procurement analysts as needed.
Key Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 3–7 years of procurement experience in the manufacturing industry.
  • Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Certification in procurement (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.
Preferred Attributes:
  • Strong problem-solving, decision-making abilities and communication skills (presentation, written and verbal)
  • Continuous improvement (CI) mindset
  • Strong project management skills with experience of managing a portfolio of sourcing/CI and value improvement projects
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to procurement challenges
  • Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business conditions and make effective decisions under pressure
  • Experience with sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.

About the Company

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Synergy Staffing Inc

We are a staffing company dedicated in placing quality candidates within our network of companies. We are unique and far different from most staffing companies. All Jobs posted on our sites are for immediate direct hire and we also hire on behalf of our clients. This eliminates steps in the hiring process and gets you to work faster!

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
WEBSITE
http://www.synergystaffing.net