Symbotic

Buyer (Spares & RSPL)

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October 8, 2025
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Job Description

What we need

Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated individual for a buyer role within our Supply Chain organization who brings a “think outside the box” mentality along with a passion for teamwork. We are looking for a Buyer who brings analytical experience and strong collaboration, and organizational skills for a fast-paced high-growth environment. Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing best practices and a history of supply base optimization in automation, warehouse distribution and or a service parts organization.

What we do 

Our global Sourcing, Procurement and third-party Supplier team develops innovative category management strategies in collaboration with the business. The team focuses on strategic third-party partner agreements and helps support supplier relationship management, commercial and financial pricing models for overall supplier performance.

What you’ll do

Supporting Recommended Spare Parts List (RSPL)

  • Source and Purchase Spares & RSPL components across the Symbotic system; partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure we are procuring against accurate demand, most-up-to-date parts, and delivering value for our stakeholders.

  • Develop close relationships with key suppliers within your category; driving cost savings initiatives and high case fill rate within our product catalogue.

  • Partner with Planning to ensure our Procurement strategy is in line with our Planning needs

  • Analyze data for cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, contract negotiations, and strategic supplier selection, with a focus on cost initiatives.

  • Utilize SAP and planning tools to analyze inventory, order patterns, and sales data for strategic purchasing decisions.

  • Identify and mitigate business risks related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance.

  • Report on material status, including expedited and late orders, and address material shortages and problem parts.

  • Maintain accurate purchase item data and planning parameters for MPS/MRP processes.

  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve purchasing issues related to quality, scheduling, and pricing disputes.

  • Identify supply risks and take corrective actions or escalate with recommended resolutions.

  • Work cross-functionally to ensure internal and external service levels are met.

  • Optimize total cost of ownership and on-time delivery through planning and control of automation-related activities.

  • Lead bid package development, manage RFQ processes, and analysis.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

What you’ll need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement.

  • Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with MRP systems, SAPpreferred for PR/PO generation.

  • Experience in like commodities: Conveyors, Lifts, Robotics, Automation Controls, Material Handling Systems and knowledge of the related supply base.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.

Our Environment

  • Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations. 

  • The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis. 

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