Description Key Responsibilities: Contract Negotiation & Supplier Management + Lead contract negotiations with key suppliers to secure the most favorable terms, including pricing, lead times, payment terms, and quality expectations. + Analyze supplier proposals and use data-driven insights to influence contract decisions and identify value-add opportunities. + Draft, review, and manage supplier agreements in collaboration with legal and internal stakeholders to mitigate risk and ensure compliance. + Cultivate strategic partnerships with suppliers while holding them accountable to KPIs related to cost, quality, and delivery. Strategic Sourcing & Localization + Identify and evaluate alternative sources with a focus on localizing part production to improve availability and reduce total cost of ownership. + Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, and Logistics to align purchasing strategies with operational and project needs. + Stay ahead of market trends and supplier capabilities to proactively adjust sourcing strategies. Cost Optimization & Savings Initiatives + Lead initiatives to reduce costs through negotiation, contract renegotiation, and supplier consolidation. + Provide transparent reporting on savings, including breakdowns across materials, logistics, and import duties. + Contribute to working capital reduction efforts through smarter buying and supplier terms. + Partner with other Atlas Copco divisions to leverage global volume and pricing advantages. Collaboration & Cross-functional Partnership + Serve as a strategic liaison between Purchasing and internal teams to ensure supplier performance aligns with organizational goals. + Communicate clearly and proactively to ensure project alignment and successful outcomes. + Execute additional duties as needed to support Purchasing and business priorities. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. • 5-7 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in manufacturing or spare parts industries. • Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, including negotiating terms and improving supplier performance. • Experience with cost-saving strategies and tracking their outcomes. • Proficiency in ERP systems such as Epicor and other enterprise resource planning tools. • Strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable agreements while maintaining positive supplier relationships. • Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. • Familiarity with accounts payable processes and other financial functions related to procurement. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .