Senior Strategic Buyer - Goleta, CA

Why you will love this role:   As an experienced supply chain leader, you will drive purchasing strategy across multiple sites. This role manages direct/indirect procurement, capital acquisitions, and purchasing activities for new product introductions. Ideal for someone who excels in supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and cross‑functional collaboration.   What You’ll Do   Lead sourcing strategies for critical and high‑spend materials Manage indirect purchasing and capital acquisition processes Support NPI commercialization, vendor selection, and parts rationalization Partner with global teams and suppliers to execute sourcing strategy Drive cost savings, supplier performance, and process improvements Conduct supplier market, category, and risk analyses Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing   What You Bring   Bachelor’s + 7 yrs experience (or Master’s + 5, or PhD + 3) 5+ yrs sourcing/supply chain experience (ISO manufacturing preferred) APICS certification a plus Strong negotiation, project management, and analytical skills Advanced Microsoft Office; SAP proficiency required Experience in lean manufacturing environments preferred   Additional Details   Travel to supplier sites required Must meet safety, quality, and compliance standards