PS Procurement Indirect Buyer MRO @ The Duracell Company
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Job Overview
Duracell is seeking a strategic and execution-focused Indirect Buyer to lead the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) and Storeroom category across North America with global coordination. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and support cost transformation across multiple manufacturing and non-manufacturing sites globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize total cost of ownership.
- Gather data, perform benchmarking and competitive analysis to guide decisions.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, finance, IT, and other units for cost savings.
- Lead competitive sourcing events, contract negotiations, and supplier rationalization.
- Act as a global point of contact for MRO demand planning and storeroom optimization.
Job Qualifications
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong strategic thinking, leadership, collaboration, and negotiation skills along with a solid background in market analysis and supplier relationship management. Additional qualifications include:
- Ability to develop and execute effective sourcing strategies.
- Strong leadership to manage multi-functional teams.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience in supplier relationship management and competitive bidding.
- Data-driven approach to market and industry analysis.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
Certifications such as APICS or CPM, Lean/Six Sigma experience, fluency in English (additional languages a plus) and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
Additional Information
This role requires 10–20% travel domestically and internationally. The position has a flexible location within North America with consideration for candidates outside of current operating locations such as Georgia, Illinois, and Connecticut.
Key skills/competency
- Procurement
- Sourcing
- Negotiation
- Supplier Management
- Cost Optimization
- MRO
- Global Coordination
- Strategic Thinking
- Market Analysis
- Leadership
How to Get Hired at The Duracell Company
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize Resume: Tailor your experience to procurement strategies.
- Research Duracell: Understand their market position and culture.
- Highlight Negotiation: Emphasize supplier management and RFx experience.
- Prepare Data Examples: Showcase cost optimization achievements.