Senior Buyer

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer). Join us on our mission to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology.The Senior Category Specialist is responsible for leading sourcing and purchasing activities that support Sony’s business operations across the United States and Canada. This role negotiates favorable commercial terms, manages supplier relationships, and ensures procurement activities comply with company policies and governance standards.The Senior Category Specialist leads strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect spend categories, driving cost optimization, supplier performance, process efficiency, and strong internal customer service. This position serves as a key procurement partner to business stakeholders, Legal, Finance, and Information Security teams, balancing business enablement with risk management and compliance.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Leadership:Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect spend categories, including RFP, RFQ, and RFI processes covering supplier discovery, evaluation, selection, and awardDevelop, align, and execute sourcing strategies that support business requirements and deliver measurable value through cost savings, contract optimization, and supplier performance improvementsLead supplier negotiations covering pricing, commercial terms, service levels, and performance expectationsSupplier & Contract Management:Manage key supplier relationships to ensure quality, on-time delivery, cost competitiveness, and contractual complianceLead vendor business reviews and ongoing supplier performance discussions; support corrective actions when neededServe as a liaison between Legal, Information Security, and business stakeholders to support contract execution, amendments, and complianceReview purchase orders and contracts for conformance to company policies and delegated authority requirementsProcurement Governance & Execution:Provide governance and oversight of indirect spend categories, ensuring sourcing and purchasing activities align with procurement policies and approval frameworksApprove and process requisitions and purchase orders through Sony’s procurement and ERP systemsResolve supplier quality, delivery, billing, and performance issues in a timely and professional mannerInternal Customer Service & Stakeholder Supp...