Lead Buyer

As a Lead Buyer, Global Procurement at our esteemed company, you will play a crucial role in managing the procurement process with a keen focus on maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions. Your expertise in negotiation, strategic sourcing, and analytical mindset will be pivotal in driving innovative sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and optimize procurement processes. Working closely with key stakeholders, you will evaluate business needs, forecast upcoming purchases, and identify products or services that meet the requirements within the allocated budget. Your responsibilities will also include contract management, supplier relationship management, supply chain monitoring, inventory analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the procurement system. To excel in this role, you should have a minimum of five years of procurement experience with international buying exposure, along with a strong background in Software as a Service (SaaS) procurement. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration is preferred, coupled with excellent negotiation skills, proficiency in procurement software, and familiarity with SaaS procurement processes. Your ability to develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, and maintain a high level of attention to detail will be key to your success. In return, you can look forward to being part of a purpose-led company with a values-focused culture, flexible time-off policy, fitness perks, and comprehensive medical coverage. At our company, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with varying skill sets to apply. Join us in our mission to create an inclusive environment where every individual is valued and inspired to reach their full potential. ABC Fitness is a leading provider of software and services for the fitness industry, dedicated to helping clubs and their members achieve optimal performance. With a strong reputation for excellence and a focus on innovation, ABC Fitness is committed to supporting over 31,000 gyms and health clubs globally. As part of the Thoma Bravo portfolio, we are driven by a passion for growth and excellence, and we welcome like-minded individuals to join our team of enthusiastic over-achievers.,