Senior Buyer

Youngsville, United States

Date: Sep 20, 2025

Location: Youngsville, NC, US, 27596

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location: Youngsville, NC

Job Summary

This position has the primary responsibility of creating long term strategic relationships with an appropriate supply base to support meeting the financial objectives of the overall business. The incumbent is responsible for leading cost control and cost reduction activities associated with the acquisition of finished goods, machinery & equipment, spare parts & services to support the Southwire Operations. Those responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supplier selection, contract negotiation, bid analysis, issuing purchase orders, reporting analysis, & system training. This position will also maintain a positive working relationship with the supplier network and internal customers including cohorts from all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for all purchases related to special projects. Including but not limited to finished goods, machinery, equipment, indirect services, and spare parts.
A subject matter expert on market trends impacting assigned commodities.
Lead the effort in problem solving analysis to address inefficiencies in the procure to pay process.
Responsible for leading supplier negotiations, continuously seeking cost savings opportunities through competitive bidding, establishing supplier agreements, supporting strategic working capital objectives related to standardization of pay terms.
Partner with Sourcing leadership with implementation and compliance of policies impacting the procure to pay process.
Lead strategic goal related to continuous cost savings and working capital improvement.

Required Education & Experience

5-10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, warehouse management, supply chain management.
Bachelor's degree.
Advanced knowledge of SAP in the manufacturing industry.
Advanced knowledge of Excel & SharePoint.
Experience leading and training a team.
Strong financial acumen and attention to detail.

Competencies

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Skills

Benefits We Offer:

401k with Matching
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Raleigh

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