Purchasing Strategist

NFI Parts is North America's leading supplier of parts, technical publications, training, and support for buses and motor coaches.

We are seeking a skilled Purchasing Strategist to play a critical role in developing and executing effective buying strategies. This includes achieving cost minimization, reducing lead times, enhancing supplier service, and ensuring an efficient Source to Pay process.

• Oversee the complete purchase order (PO) process, encompassing creation, delivery coordination, and supplier payment.
• Act as a backup and provide support to the Buyer handling Contract Spares (CSpares).
• Collaborate with Inventory Planning and Operations Management to ensure adequate stock levels that meet customer demand.
• Facilitate rapid and accurate communication to internal customers to maintain optimal service levels.
• Maintain purchasing databases to ensure data accuracy, delivering necessary insights to Category Supervisors, Managers, and fellow buyers.
• Identify opportunities for sourcing and assist in crafting plans that secure supply while minimizing disruptions as per the category sourcing strategy.
• Enhance professional relationships with suppliers and optimize purchasing strategies to strengthen business competitiveness.
• Employ scorecard tools to evaluate Supplier Performance KPIs and drive necessary improvements with suppliers.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a relevant field.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management roles.
• Proficient in purchasing practices, negotiations, and Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous.

We offer:

• A competitive salary range of $65,000 - $85,000 per year, based on experience.
• A continuous learning environment.
• The opportunity to advance your career with a growing company.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• A generous retirement plan, including a 401(k) match.
• Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.