Senior Buyer – Strategic Procurement

Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG

. Develop sourcing strategies for production components .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $84,351 - $137,071 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement within a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives. Proficient in managing supplier relationships and driving performance objectives in a global context.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationsContract ManagementCost Reduction InitiativesOff-Highway Diesel Engine Commodities

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisCommercial NegotiationsSupplier EvaluationProduction Launch ManagementProcurement Process Management

Soft Skills

Strong Commercial AcumenCross-Functional Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentInternational ProcurementSupply ChainProduction ComponentsEnvironmental Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop sourcing strategies for production components
Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, selection, and award decisions for production and aftermarket components
Manage supplier relationships
Lead commercial negotiations
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial agreements
Drive cost, quality, delivery, and supply performance objectives
Manage the end-to-end procurement process from sourcing through production launch
Perform cost analysis
Identify cost reduction opportunities through supplier and process optimization
Support new product launches through series production in a global manufacturing environment
Collaborate cross-functionally
Work with the global procurement team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within a manufacturing environment
Strong commercial acumen
Experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship
Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and products
Several years of professional experience in purchasing with focus on international procurement
German language skills preferred
Ability to work regularly on a computer
Ability to work occasionally in environmental conditions with fumes and dust, which can be hazardous
Ability to sit regularly and walk frequently within the work environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Certain paid holidays
Paid parental and family care leave
Tuition reimbursement
Long-term incentive plan
Relocation assistance if applicable
Flexible office environment