Strategic Buyer

**Strategic Buyer** **Location:** Arvada, CO (On-site) **Company:** Mark VII Equipment Inc. – North America’s leading car wash system manufacturer **Salary: $90,000 - $105,000** Mark VII is a leader in car wash manufacturing, and we're looking for a Strategic Purchaser to own our procurement lifecycle end to end. This is a high-impact role for someone who thinks like an owner: you'll lead our most important supplier negotiations, build a more resilient supply chain, and drive measurable cost savings across every material and service we buy. If you get satisfaction from turning a messy supply base into a competitive advantage—and you can back up your wins with hard numbers—we'd like to talk. #### What You'll Do - **Lead negotiations** for direct and indirect materials, capital expenditures, and services, with the goal of securing the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO). - **Build the supplier base** by identifying, evaluating, and qualifying new domestic and global suppliers that strengthen our supply chain and sharpen our pricing. - **Own supplier contracts** end to end—drafting, reviewing, and managing agreements that lock in favorable terms and protect the company. - **Drive cost reduction** through value engineering, volume consolidation, and other strategies, and report verifiable savings against budget. - **Hold suppliers accountable** with clear KPIs and regular Supplier Business Reviews that push continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost. - **Stay ahead of risk** by assessing and mitigating threats tied to material availability, geopolitical factors, and supplier financial health. - **Partner with Engineering and Operations** to set and maintain accurate standard costs for all components and assemblies in our ERP system. - **Manage internal pricing** structures for finished goods and service parts to keep us hitting profitability targets. - **Run "Make vs. Buy" analyses** and turn the data into clear recommendations that improve efficiency and the bottom line. - **Be the procurement lead on New Product Introduction (NPI) projects**—bringing suppliers in early, providing cost estimates, and securing long-lead-time materials. - **Support annual budgeting** by forecasting commodity price trends and projected material spend. - **Improve how we buy** by continuously refining our purchasing processes and systems for better efficiency, transparency, and compliance. This role reports to the Purchasing Manager. #### What You Bring - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering. - 5–7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, or procurement—ideally in manufacturing or capital equipment. - A proven track record leading complex, multi-million-dollar negotiations and managing long-term supplier contracts. - Strong financial acumen: hands-on experience with cost accounting, TCO modeling, and Make vs. Buy analysis. - Proficiency with modern ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel. - Experience sourcing technical components, machined parts, and complex assemblies. - A sharp eye for global commodity trends and their financial impact. - Excellent cross-functional communication, especially with Engineering, Finance, and Operations. - CPSM, CPIM, or similar certification is a strong plus. #### What We Offer - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance - 401(k) with company match - Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling - An on-site role with real, hands-on engagement - A culture built on innovation, collaboration, and professional growth #### Who Thrives Here We value people who lead with **integrity**, own their commitments, and deliver under pressure. You bring energy and a genuine drive to make an impact, you keep the customer at the center of your decisions, and you make the team around you better. We care about results *and* about work-life balance—and we hire people who can deliver the first…