JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands is a growing multi-vertical manufacturer serving restoration, cleaning, and construction professionals; performance automotive cooling markets; fish hatchery and aquaculture operations; through a portfolio of industry-leading brands including Dri-Eaz, Mediclean, UnSmoke, OdorX, Sapphire Scientific, Prochem, Chemspec, Flex-A-Lite, and Marisource.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer II/ Senior is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying.
This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management.
To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday - onsite
Supervision Responsibility:
None
Essential Duties
Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives
Design and implement scalable sourcing plans
Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements
Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch
Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction
Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing
Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements
Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production
Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results
Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis
Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance
Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner
Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status
Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field required
Purchasing Certification is preferred
Previous project management experience preferred
Technical knowledge of HVAC parts and equipment a plus
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Strategic Sourcing Buyer II
The Strategic Sourcing Buyer II is required to have a minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Develop and execute category strategies
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management
Influence stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier selection
Develop and execute category strategies
Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer
The senior level of the Strategic Sourcing Buyer series and is required to have a minimum of 5-10+ years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Deep category knowledge and advanced sourcing skills
Experience leading cross-functional sourcing initiatives or global procurement strategies
Strong commercial and contractual expertise
Mentor junior sourcing staff
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management
Employment Standards
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems - D365 preferred.
Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and software, specifically MS Excel
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Understanding of lean manufacturing environment utilizing 5S, Kaizen or Kanban system.
Skill in decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one.
Applies Total Cost of Ownership techniques to accomplish objectives.
Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance cost, quality and risk.
Ability to work with Engineering Departments to support product design or changes while ensuring procurement processes are appropriately maintained.
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Hiring Range - Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Level II - $86K - $97K
Senior Level - $93K - $105K
Depends upon experience
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's.
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Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2026-06-28 23:09:59
Senior Estimator
Birmingham
£80,000 - £110,000 + Bonus + Pension + Private Medical + Holidays + Package + Immediate Start
Are you a Senior Estimator looking to take ownership of high-value mission-critical projects while progressing your career within a rapidly growing contractor?
This is an opportunity to join a leading technology and mission-critical contractor delivering some of the most complex data centre, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing and industrial projects across the UK and Europe.
You will play a key role within the pre-construction team, leading tender submissions and cost planning activities on major projects worth up to £500m+.
Working closely with operational, commercial and design teams, you will help shape project strategy from bid stage through to successful project award.
The business continues to secure major projects throughout the UK and mainland Europe, creating genuine progression opportunities into Pre-Construction Management, Commercial Leadership and Director-level positions.
Your Role as Senior Estimator Will Include:
Leading the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
Managing the tender process from enquiry through to final submission.
Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
Producing competitive and commercially robust pricing strategies.
Managing risk analysis, value engineering and cost planning exercises.
Supporting business development and pre-construction activities.
Mentoring and developing junior estimating team members.
Working closely with operational teams to ensure successful project handover following award.
The Successful Senior Estimator Will Have:
Previous experience as a Senior Estimator, Estimator or Pre-Construction professional within construction or engineering.
Experience pricing major construction projects.
Strong understanding of tendering, procurement and commercial processes.
Ability to review technical drawings and specifications.
Experience managing subcontractor and supplier pricing exercises.
Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure or mission-critical project experience would be advantageous.
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £80000.00 - £110000 per annum + Travel Allowance + Progression
Posted: 2026-06-26 08:49:28
