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Senior Buyer
CPMUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jul 2025
About the role
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified leading global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. With its growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, CPM serves a variety of industries including animal feed, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials, and sustainable packaging. Founded in 1883, CPM has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150+ countries. From the foods you eat to the fuels you require; CPM plays an important role in making the world more efficient and more sustainable. For more information, visit OneCPM.com.
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION
POSITION OVERVIEW (Job Summary):
The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring key components for industrial equipment and related systems. This role supports strategic procurement initiatives, manages supplier relationships, and ensures timely, cost-effective, and high-quality material availability. The Senior Buyer works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams and is expected to take a lead role in negotiations and continuous improvement efforts.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
PERFORMANCE METRICS:
CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified leading global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. With its growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, CPM serves a variety of industries including animal feed, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials, and sustainable packaging. Founded in 1883, CPM has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150+ countries. From the foods you eat to the fuels you require; CPM plays an important role in making the world more efficient and more sustainable. For more information, visit OneCPM.com.
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION
POSITION OVERVIEW (Job Summary):
The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring key components for industrial equipment and related systems. This role supports strategic procurement initiatives, manages supplier relationships, and ensures timely, cost-effective, and high-quality material availability. The Senior Buyer works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams and is expected to take a lead role in negotiations and continuous improvement efforts.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Manage procurement of critical components based on MRP and project needs
- Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and performance management
- Interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specs for accurate sourcing
- Support make/buy decisions and cost-reduction initiatives
- Resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and invoicing
- Maintain accurate purchase orders, inventory targets, and safety stock levels
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product launches and sourcing transitions
- Work closely with production planning/scheduling
- Monitor market trends and supplier risks
- Mentor junior buyers and assist in developing sourcing strategies
- 5+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing or engineered-to-order environment
- CPM, CPSM, or APICS certification
- Strong knowledge of mechanical components and fabrication processes
- Proficient in ERP systems (SAP Business One preferred) and Microsoft Excel
- Able to read engineering drawings and manage supplier contracts
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to travel up to 40%, domestically and internationally
- Exposure to international sourcing and landed cost models
PERFORMANCE METRICS:
- Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and cost reduction initiatives
- Supplier On-Time Delivery and Quality Performance
- Inventory accuracy a
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