VEGA Americas

Radar-based sensors for process control

Strategic Buyer

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMason, OH, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Experience with specialty alloys, preferably stainless steel.
A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and 4 to 6 years of related sourcing or purchasing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong understanding of electronic components, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Proven purchasing experience, preferably within the electronics industry.

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support capacity needs, improve competitiveness, and introduce innovation into the supply base.
Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies that support organizational goals, including cost optimization, risk reduction, and supplier innovation.
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, leading high-level negotiations on contracts, pricing, terms, and multi-year agreements to secure competitive and sustainable value.
Collaborate with production and logistics on capital expenditure spending for projects.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and finance to understand business needs, forecast demand, and align procurement strategy with organizational priorities.
Conduct market and spend analyses to identify opportunities for consolidation, cost savings, and supplier performance improvements.
Lead supplier selection and evaluation processes, including request for quotation development, bid analysis, and award recommendations based on total cost of ownership and strategic fit.
Monitor supplier performance using defined metrics for cost, quality, delivery, and risk, and drive continuous improvement initiatives with key suppliers.
Partner with the quality department on supplier audits, performance reviews, and corrective action planning to ensure compliance and long-term capability.
Proactively identify risks in the supply base and propose mitigation strategies, including dual-sourcing, inventory planning, and supplier development efforts.
Work with management to develop solutions for sourcing challenges and present strategic recommendations for decision-making.
Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with company policies.
Track market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to inform sourcing strategies and provide insights to leadership.
Ensure timely and accurate procurement activities by coordinating closely with suppliers to maintain delivery, quality, and service expectations.

Desired Qualifications

CPIM or CSCP certification is preferred.

We are seeking a Strategic Buyer to drive supplier selection, sourcing strategies, and contract management that support our business goals. In this role, you will identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate agreements, and collaborate cross-functionally with teams to optimize cost, mitigate risk, and improve supplier performance.

What you’ll do:

Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support capacity needs, improve competitiveness, and introduce innovation into the supply base.
Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies that support organizational goals, including cost optimization, risk reduction, and supplier innovation.
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, leading high-level negotiations on contracts, pricing, terms, and multi-year agreements to secure competitive and sustainable value.
Collaborate with production and logistics on capex-spend for projects.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and finance to understand business needs, forecast demand, and align procurement strategy with organizational priorities.
Conduct market and spend analyses to identify opportunities for consolidation, cost savings, and supplier performance improvements.
Lead supplier selection and evaluation processes, including RFQ development, bid analysis, and award recommendations based on total cost of ownership and strategic fit.
Monitor supplier performance using defined metrics (cost, quality, delivery, risk) and drive continuous improvement initiatives with key suppliers.
Partner with the quality department on supplier audits, performance reviews, and corrective action planning to ensure compliance and long-term capability.
Proactively identify risks in the supply base and propose mitigation strategies, including dual-sourcing, inventory planning, and supplier development efforts.
Work with management to develop solutions for sourcing challenges and present strategic recommendations for decision-making.
Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with company policies.
Track market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to inform sourcing strategies and provide insights to leadership.
Ensure timely and accurate procurement activities by coordinating closely with suppliers to maintain delivery, quality, and service expectations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Experience with specialty alloys, preferably stainless steel
Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University
AND 4 to 6 years related Sourcing/Purchasing experience
OR a combination of education and experience
Strong understanding of electronic components, materials, and manufacturing processes
Proven Purchasing experience, preferably within the electronics industry
CPIM or CSCP certification preferred

VEGA Americas manufactures, distributes, and services process instrumentation to measure level, density, weight, and pressure. Our products have been making industrial processes safer and more efficient for over 60 years.

As an employee, you’ll find VEGA Americas commits itself to the highest quality standards and respect for the individual needs of employees, customers, vendors, and shareholders. Don’t take it from us alone, VEGA has been awarded a Cincinnati Enquirer’s Top Workplace Award for 10 years running!

Our Mission: With innovative technologies and services, we develop solutions that inspire. Through our sense of simplicity and our focus on people, we are looking to the future with curiosity. Locally grounded and globally connected, together we give values a home.

Our Values: Curiosity, Humanity, Simplicity, Connectivity

VEGA Americas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy that we will not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, or veteran status.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA Minority/Female/Vet/Disability

About the Company

VEGA Americas

Radar-based sensors for process control

VEGA Americas designs and manufactures radar-based sensors that measure level, point level, and pressure for process control in industries such as water/wastewater, refining, and petrochemicals. Their sensors use radar to emit radio waves and determine distance or pressure, delivering continuous data that can be integrated into industrial control systems, and they also offer software and integration services, including a 3D plant design tool. They differentiate themselves by using radar for reliable, safe measurements in demanding environments and by providing integration support and Industry 4.0 collaborations. Their goal is to deliver precise, dependable measurement solutions and seamless integration to help customers optimize performance, safety, and efficiency.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: M&A
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Schiltach, Germany
Founded: 1959

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