Tactical Buyer Jobs
Tactical Buyer jobs are open across manufacturing, defense, aerospace, healthcare, and consumer goods, from entry-level to senior and procurement manager, with specializations in direct materials, indirect spend, and MRO sourcing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
Find Tactical Buyer JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 8+ Tactical Buyer jobs
The Impact You'll Make
Danfoss Power Solutions seeking a driven and strategic Senior Tactical Buyer to manage our external manufacturing partners. In this critical role, you will be the central point of contact, ensuring our suppliers deliver on cost, quality, and delivery targets. You will lead negotiations, mitigate supply chain risks, and drive continuous improvement to support Danfoss's operational excellence.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management:
- Lead commercial negotiations with EMS suppliers to achieve competitive pricing and favorable terms.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives and manage the Purchase Price Variance (PPV).
- Benchmark performance and explore alternative sourcing to ensure market competitiveness.
- Supply Chain & Performance Management:
- Take ownership of supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) and proactively resolve shortages and constraints.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance using scorecards and business reviews, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
- Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including component lifecycle issues and market shortages.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure alignment between production needs and long-term supply strategy.
- Work to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess and obsolete materials.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.
- Experience in an EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) environment is a strong asset. (3-5 years experience)
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, including internationally (Mexico).
- Working onsite at our Plymouth, MN location up to 5 days a week
- Challenge supplier price increases through market benchmarking, should-cost analysis, cost breakdowns, and competitive sourcing
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
- The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $110,000. Pay based on experience.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
Our Commitment to Transparency
Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.
The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Want to know more? Please visit our F AQ Pag e .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
The Impact You'll Make
Danfoss Power Solutions seeking a driven and strategic Senior Tactical Buyer to manage our external manufacturing partners. In this critical role, you will be the central point of contact, ensuring our suppliers deliver on cost, quality, and delivery targets. You will lead negotiations, mitigate supply chain risks, and drive continuous improvement to support Danfoss's operational excellence.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management:
- Lead commercial negotiations with EMS suppliers to achieve competitive pricing and favorable terms.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives and manage the Purchase Price Variance (PPV).
- Benchmark performance and explore alternative sourcing to ensure market competitiveness.
- Supply Chain & Performance Management:
- Take ownership of supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) and proactively resolve shortages and constraints.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance using scorecards and business reviews, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
- Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including component lifecycle issues and market shortages.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure alignment between production needs and long-term supply strategy.
- Work to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess and obsolete materials.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.
- Experience in an EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) environment is a strong asset. (3-5 years experience)
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, including internationally (Mexico).
- Working onsite at our Plymouth, MN location up to 5 days a week
- Challenge supplier price increases through market benchmarking, should-cost analysis, cost breakdowns, and competitive sourcing
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
- The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $110,000. Pay based on experience.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
Our Commitment to Transparency
Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.
The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Want to know more? Please visit our F AQ Pag e .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
See All 8 Tactical Buyer Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Tactical Buyer JobsTactical Buyer Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tactical buyer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate supplier contracts and pricing
- Knowledge of purchase order management and procurement processes
- Familiarity with MRO, direct materials, or indirect spend categories
- Strong analytical skills for evaluating supplier bids and cost data
Tips for Your Tactical Buyer Job Search
Quantify cost savings on your resume
Hiring managers for tactical buyer roles want to see negotiated savings, not just duties. Add the percentage or dollar amount you reduced unit costs or improved supplier lead times, even if it was a small pilot program.
List every sourcing system you have used
Job postings for tactical buyers almost always specify an ERP or procurement platform. Call out SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or any other system by name in a dedicated skills section so automated screening tools don't screen you out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tactical buyer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your commodity experience and apply directly to each listing without jumping between sites.
Target postings that name your commodity category
Tactical buyer roles are often siloed by commodity, such as electronics, packaging, or raw materials. Search by your specific category so you apply to teams where your supplier relationships and market knowledge are immediately useful.
Prepare a supplier negotiation story for interviews
Interviewers will ask you to walk through a negotiation you led. Have a specific example ready that covers how you qualified the supplier, what leverage you used, and what the outcome was in terms of price, lead time, or quality.
Follow up with a supply chain metric after your interview
Send a brief thank-you note that references one procurement challenge the team mentioned and ties it to a result you achieved in a comparable situation. That specificity keeps you distinct when the hiring manager reviews candidates.
Tactical Buyer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tactical buyers?
The most active employers for tactical buyers right now are Danfoss, MT, and Styropek, and the most openings are in Ohio, Washington, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing and defense contractors consistently represent a large share of active postings.
How many tactical buyer jobs are remote?
About 0% of tactical buyer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many white-collar roles because the job often requires on-site coordination with receiving, quality, or production teams. Indirect spend and software procurement sub-categories tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How do you become a tactical buyer?
Start with a degree in supply chain, business administration, or operations, then gain hands-on experience in purchasing, inventory control, or vendor coordination through an entry-level role or internship. Earning a Certified Purchasing Professional credential strengthens your candidacy. Build familiarity with an ERP system and practice reading and writing purchase orders, supplier agreements, and RFQ documents before applying to dedicated tactical buyer positions.
Can I get hired as a tactical buyer with little or no experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can show transferable skills from roles in inventory, logistics coordination, or inside sales where you managed vendor relationships or tracked purchase orders. Highlighting ERP exposure, even from coursework, and framing any cost-reduction or vendor-communication work you have done will strengthen an application for a junior tactical buyer opening.
What does the tactical buyer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your commodity background and ERP experience, followed by a panel interview with the procurement manager and a cross-functional colleague from engineering or operations. Expect scenario-based questions about supplier negotiations, handling a sole-source situation, and managing a delivery shortfall. Some employers add a brief written exercise asking you to evaluate two supplier quotes.
Where can I find and apply to tactical buyer jobs?
You can find and apply to tactical buyer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your commodity area, seniority level, or preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
See All 8 Tactical Buyer Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Tactical Buyer Jobs