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1 month ago


Waynesboro, United States The LYCRA Company Full time

The LYCRA Company has built a leading position in the Apparel industry over the years via a continuous stream of value-adding fiber, fabric, or garment innovations enabled and supported by a network of strategic partners across the entire value chain. This contributed to making the LYCRA brand a unique asset that still powers today one of the most iconic and valuable corporate franchises in the Apparel industry. It is all reflected in our corporate vision: enhancing life through innovative garment solutions.

We are seeking a Buyer to join our Global Sourcing & Procurement Team to support our US manufacturing, lab and office facilities, working from our plant in Waynesboro, Virginia.

Reporting to our Americas Procurement Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Purchase of raw materials, packaging, indirect material and services as required by manufacturing facility, lab and business stakeholders.
  • Reliably execute all required Purchase to Pay transaction processes in SAP.
  • Utilize SAP Ariba functionally, including sourcing, commerce automation, e-catalogues, and contract management.
  • Lead competitive source selection processes, including RFI, RFQ, RFP and auctions. Also, qualify vendors and evaluate vendor bids.
  • Manage supplier relationships including negotiating commercial terms and overseeing delivery and quality performance.
  • Partner with Accounts Payable, vendors and internal resources to resolve invoice payment issues.
  • Utilize SAP reporting tools to analyze purchasing data and identify savings and risk mitigation opportunities.
  • Develop and manage indirect material and services commodity strategies, ensuring reliable sources of supply, competitive pricing and ongoing supplier innovation.
  • Ensure purchasing practices are fully aligned with our companys polices, internal financial controls and compliance requirements.
  • Provide training and ongoing support to those interacting with the purchasing process (e.g., requisitioners and approvers, vender change requestors, and scope of work providers).

Education, Experience, and Skills:

  • Preferred Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement or related fields.
  • Previous Procurement/Sourcing/Supply Chain experience (1+ years).
  • Proficient in computer applications including SAP, MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, negotiation and problem solving skills.
  • Experience with SAP Purchase to Pay and SAP Ariba functionality (preferred).

Compensation/Benefits

  • We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, The LYCRA Company is recognized worldwide for its innovative products, technical expertise, and unmatched marketing support. The LYCRA Company owns leading consumer and trade brands: LYCRA, LYCRA HyFit, LYCRA T400, COOLMAX, THERMOLITE, ELASPAN, SUPPLEX, and TACTEL. The LYCRA Companys legacy stretches back to 1958 with the invention of the original spandex yarn, LYCRA fiber. Today, The LYCRA Company focuses on adding value to its customers products by developing unique innovations designed to meet the consumers need for comfort and lasting performance. For more information, visit www.thelycracompany.com.

  • We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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