Senior Strategic Buyer (m/f/d)

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont CareersAre You Ready to Shape the Future of Procurement?Join our innovative team as a Senior Buyer & Category Manager and unleash your potential! If you are passionate about strategic sourcing and want to make a significant impact in the world of procurement, we want to hear from you! This is your chance to stand at the forefront of our global sourcing strategies and drive excellence.Position Objective:As a Senior Buyer & Category Manager, you won’t just fill orders; you will cultivate, analyze market dynamics, and craft strategic sourcing initiatives that align with our business vision. Be the game-changer who transforms our procurement processes and drives meaningful results!Key Responsibilities:Be the Leader in Supplier Relations: Act as the main communication hub for our suppliers, ensuring collaboration and alignment on initiatives that matter.Champion RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs: Take charge of designing and executing Requests for Information (RFIs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Quotation (RFQs), leading the way in supplier negotiations and securing optimal terms.Deliver Remarkable Outcomes: Create value by identifying and implementing savings and dual sourcing projects.Become a Market Insights Expert: Dive deep into supply market facts and trends to extract valuable insights that will guide our sourcing strategies.Design Cutting-Edge Sourcing Strategies: Collaborate with our global teams to tailor sourcing strategies that meet diverse business needs, driving efficiency and savings across the board.Implement Game-Changing Strategies Globally: Partner with teams around the world to implement innovative buy strategies that resonate across regions and drive consistent results.Communicate with Impact: Use your exceptional communication and influencing skills to inspire collaboration and make strategic decisions.Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (is a plus), Chemistry (is a plus), Sciences, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.Experience in procurement, with a flair for sourcing excellence.Knowledge and experience of Raw Materials, Contract Manufacturing and Indirect commodities (OM&S, MRO, Environmental, capex)A Project Management certification is a major plus!Six sigma experience is a plusCPSM certification is a plusWhat You Bring:A passion for sourcing with a strong grasp of buying categories and supplier management.An analytical mindset that turns numbers into strategic insights.The ability to juggle multiple projects with agility and adapt plans on-the-fly.A commitment to high ethical standards and integrity in all dealings.Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us!DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.