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Senior Strategic Buyer

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Insight Global

Thornapple, MI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 8 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description Insight Global is hiring a Senior Strategic Buyer for a commercial aerospace customer. This person will report to the category manager, and expected to: Own end-to-end direct material procurement Drive cost reduction, PPV, negotiation, LTAs Manage supplier performance and risk Optimize inventory, DOS, MRP signals Be SAP-expert level (MM + MRP) Partner cross-functionally with Ops, Eng, Quality, Programs Lead Lean / CI initiatives Operate in a high-mix, high-complexity aerospace environment We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements 5 years in a Buyer role within manufacturing (any industry) Cost management expertise, including: PPB (Purchase Price Breakdown / Variance) Driving measurable cost savings and cost-down initiatives Understanding the why behind spend decisions-not just execution Supplier management experience Managing supplier performance, pricing, and relationships Partnering with suppliers to support cost, quality, and delivery objectives Strong SAP experience (heavy user) Tactical PO creation and ongoing PO management Master Data management (vendor, material, pricing, etc.) Data analysis and reporting in SAP is a key requirement Experience with SAP implementations; Strong understanding of the IT/system setup and integration side, not just end-user transactions

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