Buyer, Sr-Chanhassen, Minnesota

Senior Buyer
We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our Exlar team!
As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives.
Location: Chanhassen, MN
Salary: $67,400 - $89
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Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in MN. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
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Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
• Execute end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services.
• Negotiate and administer complex purchase orders and agreements.
• Issue and administer purchase orders, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials or services.
• Drive supplier selection as well as conduct supplier site visits and rate them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring (cost, quality, delivery) and corrective action implementation.
• Proactively address issues and escalate as needed.
• Resolve complex invoice discrepancies, receive issues and supplier disputes.
• Maintain accurate and complete procurement records.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure alignment with program schedules and requirements.
• Drives cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
What You Bring
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of strategic procurement processes, contract negotiations, supplier management.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience with measurable cost savings or value creation.
• Experience supporting complex programs or engineered products.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a US Person.
Who We Are
Our Values
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Curtiss-Wright manufactures Exlar® electromechanical linear roller screw actuators, rotary servo motors, and integrated control solutions for a broad range of applications. Our roller screw technology provides an efficient electric replacement for hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders and a more robust replacement for ball screws. With forces up to 80,000 pounds and speeds up to 60 inches per second, we can deliver higher force and speed in smaller packages than other comparably sized actuation technology. Our team of highly skilled engineers can put together the right solution to increase productivity, reduce maintenance, and reduce total cost of ownership.
To learn more, please visit us at About | Actuation Division | Curtiss-Wright (cw-actuation.com)
• Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.
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