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Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Trilla, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Toledo, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Casey, IL

$73K - $78K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Newton, IL

$76K - $81K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Janesville, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Dieterich, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Effingham, IL

$73K - $78K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Mode, IL

$79K - $85K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Beecher City, IL

$79K - $85K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Teutopolis, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries Inc

Strategic Buyer

Teutopolis, IL

$70K - $90K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Sainte Marie, IL

$76K - $81K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Neoga, IL

$75K - $80K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Lerna, IL

$75K - $80K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Montrose, IL

$73K - $78K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Sigel, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Greenup, IL

$72K - $77K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Saint Elmo, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Stevens Industries

Strategic Buyer

Stewardson, IL

$75K - $80K/yr

Description Strategic Buyer The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical ...

Tri-City Group

Purchasing Specialist

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$65 - $95/hr

Maintain pricing histories and vendor records for reference and strategic purchasing decisions. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements: * Associate degree in Accounting, Business ...

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How much do strategic purchasing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for strategic purchasing in the United States is $83,629.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $85,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Strategic Purchasing vs Purchasing Agent?

AspectStrategic PurchasingPurchasing Agent
Primary FocusLong-term supplier relationships and cost strategiesDay-to-day procurement of goods and services
ResponsibilitiesSupplier negotiations, contract management, sourcing strategiesOrder placement, vendor communication, order tracking
Required SkillsNegotiation, market analysis, strategic planningVendor management, communication, organization
Work EnvironmentCorporate procurement departments, manufacturing firmsWarehouses, retail stores, manufacturing sites

While both roles involve procurement, Strategic Purchasing focuses on long-term sourcing strategies and supplier relationships, whereas Purchasing Agents handle the operational aspects of procurement, such as order placement and vendor communication. Understanding these differences helps organizations optimize their procurement processes effectively.

What does a strategic purchasing do?

A strategic purchasing professional is responsible for planning and managing the procurement of goods and services to meet organizational goals. They analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, and develop sourcing strategies to optimize costs and quality. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of supply chain management are essential in this role.

What is the highest position in strategic purchasing?

The highest position in strategic purchasing is typically the Director of Procurement or Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). These roles oversee the entire procurement strategy, supplier relationships, and purchasing policies at an organizational level, often reporting to executive leadership. They require strong leadership, negotiation skills, and experience in supply chain management and strategic sourcing.

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Infographic showing various Strategic Purchasing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,629 per year, or $40.2 per hour.

Strategic Buyer

Stevens Industries

Trilla, IL

$74K - $79K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers through market research and analysis of cost, quality, service, capacity, and delivery performance.

  • Negotiate long-term contracts covering pricing, quality standards, cost-reduction targets, delivery expectations, and commercial terms.

  • Monitor supplier performance and analyze spend, usage, pricing, and performance data to drive continuous improvement and identify risks.

Stevens Industries rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Strategic Buyer
The Strategic Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and finished goods for Stevens Industries, Inc.'s value streams. As a critical member of the supply chain department, this position directly impacts the company's profitability, supply continuity, and operational performance through strategic purchasing decisions, data analysis, and effective management of the supply base.
Duties include:
  • Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers through market research and structured analysis of cost, quality, service, capacity, and delivery performance
  • Foster strong professional relationships with suppliers and enhance their understanding of our manufacturing processes and future business needs
  • Negotiate long-term contracts covering pricing, quality standards, cost-reduction targets, delivery expectations, and commercial terms and conditions; use relevant market indices and commodity benchmarks to support negotiations, validate pricing, and strengthen cost-control strategies
  • Monitor supplier performance and analyze spend, usage, pricing, and performance data to drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, service, and delivery and identify consolidation opportunities, cost exposure, trends, and supply risks
  • Analyze purchasing data and clearly communicate findings through accurate reports, graphs, dashboards, and presentations
  • Own the purchasing parameters for every item within the assigned commodity portfolio in the ERP, including lead times, order multiples, safety stock, reorder points, and supplier assignments. This role does not routinely place purchase orders. Transactional ordering is performed by the Purchasing Specialists
  • Partner with engineering, operations, and value stream teams on new product introductions, material substitutions, and cost-reduction initiatives

Requirements
  • At least five years of strategic purchasing or buyer experience in a manufacturing environment; project purchasing experience is a plus
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze purchasing and supplier data and clearly communicate findings through reports, graphs, dashboards, and presentations
  • Strong supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and relationship-management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
  • Sound independent judgment and decision-making skills
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools, ERP systems, and purchasing software platforms
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with internal teams and suppliers
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field is preferred but not required

Why Stevens Industries?
As a 100% Employee-Owned company, every employee has a direct impact on our success. We offer challenging projects, opportunities for career advancement, and industry-leading benefits.
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus Opportunities
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 200% Company 401(k) Match
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 100% Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off & 9 Paid Holidays
  • Educational Assistance
  • On-Site Childcare for Employees' Children & Grandchildren
  • Fitness Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Company Events & More
Join a team that's building more than exceptional products-we're building careers.

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