Buyer - New Product Line Introductions

• Lead sourcing activities and oversee implementation of new product line introductions
• Establish a world-class supply base for new product lines through supplier mining techniques, risk assessments, performance management, and development plans.
• Prepare and send RFQ/RFIs
• Perform financial analysis of RFQ results to determine overall cost competitiveness.
• Maintain consistent communication with suppliers to build strong relationships.
• Lead supplier meetings, negotiations, and strategy development.
• Work with cross functional teams to ensure sourcing decisions meet technical and quality specifications.
• Become a subject matter expert in categories managed.
• Work directly with the Purchasing Manager to develop a launch plan.
• Report and track progress vs plan monthly.

Oversee project management duties to ensure timely execution of launch related projects.