Senior Indirect Buyer
Torrance, CA, USA
Req #107
Friday, March 28, 2025
About Singer We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.
Position Summary
Under direct leadership, the Senior Indirect Buyer will be responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, equipment, and outside services the company needs to complete essential business functions and tracking and accelerating these materials and service requirements to support production of Singer’s vehicles and timely completion of projects. They are responsible for sourcing and qualifying vendors, negotiating pricing, planning purchased material supply, and placing purchase orders to fulfill demand. The goal is to ensure constant availability of non-inventory goods and/or services within the company’s budget in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”
Essential Functions
Procures goods and services for the company.
Evaluates price, reliability, quality, technical support and availability of goods and services.
Accountable for ensuring part master data within MRP is accurate
Works with current suppliers to follow up on and expedite open orders
Generates purchase requisitions and place Purchase Orders with suppliers, to meet demand
Accountable for on-time delivery of purchased material at (or below) planned costs
Negotiates pricing with vendors to reduce total cost
Manages suppliers for Cost, Quality, and Delivery
Identifies constraints that may impact production schedules.
Reviews purchase orders and shipping documents coordinating with receiving and accounting to ensure accuracy of all details and purchase order closure
Works in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Education / Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields
Four (4) plus years of experience as Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Specialist, GSM or equivalent
Proven ability to onboard and contract pricing agreements with suppliers
Knowledge of procurement strategies, should cost models and technology roadmaps
P2P knowledge is a plus
Proficient in MRP systems
Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certifications
Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
Prior experience in rapid growth environment
Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
Able to balance strong negotiation skills and stakeholder needs to develop relationships with our key suppliers.
Understands who our customers are, how they are motivated and the current and future business aspects.
Demonstrates a strong bias toward service, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Strong ability to coach and lead team members within the department
Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Compensation The starting salary range for this position is between $69,680 - 87,100 per year. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
BenefitsSinger employees in the US enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.
Equal Employment OpportunityWe are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
Other details
Pay Type
Salary
Min Hiring Rate
$69,680.00
Max Hiring Rate
$87,100.00
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