Senior Buyer | Manufacturing Procurement | Monroe & Jacksonville, MIAre you a strategic procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Join
Gerdau, a global leader in steel manufacturing, and play a critical role in keeping our operations running safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
As a Senior Buyer, you'll lead sourcing for MRO and Services, supplier negotiations, drive cost savings initiatives, and partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Leadership teams to ensure continuity of supply.
We Have:- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans - Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
What You'll Do:- Lead sourcing, negotiations, and contract management for key commodities and services
- Build and manage strategic supplier relationships
- Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure uninterrupted supply to support production goals
- Analyze spend, market trends, and supplier performance
- Mentor procurement team members and lead cross-functional projects
What We're Looking For:- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics
- CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or similar certifications preferred
- 7-10 years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience in manufacturing, steel, metals, automotive, or heavy industry
- Proven success negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Why Gerdau?- High-impact role with significant spend responsibility
- Opportunity to influence sourcing strategy and business performance
- Collaborative, safety-focused culture
- Career growth within a global manufacturing organization
If you're ready to leverage your manufacturing procurement expertise and make an immediate impact, we'd love to connect.
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