Strategic Buyer

Arconic is currently in search of Strategic Buyer to join our Financial Shared Services team based in Pittsburgh.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Job Summary:

The Strategic Buyer is responsible for identifying and negotiating cost avoidance and savings opportunities in support of plant operations. In addition to transactional negotiations, the Buyer will support strategic sourcing initiatives in partnership with the Arconic Corporate Procurement organization. 

In this role, you will:

• Identify and pursue transactional cost savings opportunities on in-scope spend 
• Support Corporate Procurement strategic sourcing initiatives 
• Assist local Procurement resources with RFP projects
• Be responsible for sourcing and contract management of certain categories of spend (IE. Travel)
• Host weekly or bi-weekly calls with plant procurement teams to review open requisitions
• Place all requisitions assigned to the Deal Desk to a Purchase Order within standard timeframe 
• Prepare quarterly updates on Deal Desk savings targets to present to leadership

Also note:

• The role may include opportunities for onsite visits to US operational facilities supported by the program

You have: (required)

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution 
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in purchasing and/or sales experience 
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Exceptional Candidates also have: (preferred)

• Highly Proficient skills in Microsoft office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Oracle, JD Edwards, or major ERP system experience is an advantage 
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects at one time