Senior Buyer - (Irving, TX)

POSITION DETAILS Participates in the company-wide procurement process, which includes strategic sourcing, supplier and contract negotiation, project management, cost management, program compliance and supplier relationship management. Responsible for the procurement of goods and services that include packaging, staffing, office supply products, travel services, industrial supplies, safety/uniforms, and capital expenditures. JOB DUTIES * Develop cost models and industry analyses to determine what cost of services and/or goods should cost versus supplier quotation * Monitors contract compliance with all agreements in assigned categories. * Analyze SAP & Vendor reports, interpret data & report out trends & idiosyncrasies * Tracks and understands category spend to make knowledge based decisions using key data points * Identify and execute company-wide cost savings opportunities which involves managing competitive bids and negotiating with suppliers.