Senior Buyer, Capital Procurement

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Sourcing and Project Procurement

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for capital projects, including EPC, engineering services, equipment, and other project-related spend.
• Engage with Engineering, Operations, Technology, and other stakeholders from early project definition through execution and project close-out.
• Ensure procurement strategies are aligned with project objectives, timelines, and risk profiles.

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Negotiation

• Manage RFx processes, bid evaluations, commercial assessments, and supplier selection for capital projects.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations, supported by fact-based cost analysis, benchmarking, and TCO modeling.
• Drive competitive sourcing outcomes while ensuring contractual robustness and risk mitigation.

Cost Optimization & Value Creation

• Identify and deliver cost optimization, value engineering, and productivity improvement opportunities across capital categories.
• Track, validate, and report CapEx savings and cost avoidance in alignment with Procurement and Finance governance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement effectiveness and value contribution.

Supplier Management & Performance

• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with key capital equipment suppliers, EPC contractors, and engineering service providers.
• Lead supplier performance reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure delivery excellence and supply continuity.
• Ensure suppliers meet company expectations related to quality, safety, compliance, ethics, and sustainability standards.

Compliance, Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure all capital procurement activities fully comply with corporate policies, approval matrices (PR/PO), and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Enforce contract discipline, documentation standards, and audit readiness throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional integrity, ethical sourcing, and risk management.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline, is required. An advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of procurement experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, with substantial exposure to capital procurement and project-based sourcing.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing EPC, engineering services, and capital equipment sourcing activities.

Technical & Functional Competencies

• Strong expertise in RFx execution, cost modeling, TCO analysis, and complex contract negotiations.
• Solid understanding of capital project procurement processes, supplier risk management, and SRM best practices.
• Experience with ERP systems, eSourcing platforms, and procurement data analytics tools.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or structured project management methodologies (e.g., PMP) is an advantage.

Behavioral & Language Skills

• Demonstrates the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills; capable of constructively challenging assumptions and driving cross-functional alignment.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, project-driven environment with multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin, both written and spoken.

Preferred Certifications

• CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, PMP, or equivalent professional certifications.

Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us!

Qnity 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.

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance our recruitment process.