Senior Buyer

At the Hawthorne Gardening Company (HGC) we want our people to empower more people to garden no matter where and how they choose to grow. We accomplish this by encouraging people to live happier, healthier lives through gardening. If you also feel this way then you'd fit in great with us!

We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our organization!

The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing of raw and/or finished goods for the Atmosphere/Lighting Category. This person will help lead Hawthorne Supply Chain through strategic sourcing processes, as well as directly negotiating and contracting required volumes. Additionally, the Senior Buyer drives reporting projects to support Hawthorne Procurement activities.

In this role you will:
Develop category strategies, secure customer alignment, and execute
Develop commodity strategy linked to operating/strategic plan
Negotiate materials in context of strategic sourcing/operating plan
Advise on commodity strategy and corporate policies
Lead assigned sourcing projects and drives them to successful completion, including market analysis, the RFQ process, negotiations, contract creation, and contract management.
Develop strong relationships with internal Business partners
Drive cost-saving initiatives to align with company goals
Participate in higher-order procurement activities such as internal demand management and partnering with suppliers for innovation to add value and achieve continuous process improvement
Evaluate supplier capabilities, cost structure, risks, and partnership potential
Drive supplier scorecards / ratings on an ongoing basis to measure supplier performance
Provide Supplier Scorecard reporting to support departmental vendor relationships.
Drive department analyses including: MPV, Cost Center Budgeting, Days Payable Outstanding, Cost Out Tracker reporting. Hold Monthly review with team to highlight areas of opportunity.
Demonstrate a bias toward action and ability to work autonomously
Travel occasionally as business needs dictate

The perfect person will have:
BS or BA in Purchasing, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology or other business related field
3 - 5 years' relevant procurement experience
Solid negotiation skills
Analytical and strategic thought process
Proven record in leading change and implementing new procurement concepts
Expertise in financial analysis with knowledge in cost model development
Team player with the ability to work on cross-functional teams
Proven leadership skills with the ability to assume leadership role
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong computer skills (SAP R/3, MS office programs, Ariba)

Some other nice to have's:
CPSM Certification
Procurement experience
Experience working for a Consumer Packaged Goods company

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $91,100.00 - $107,200.00. Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Here at Hawthorne/ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs. Selections range from medical, dental and visioncoverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%)as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more
• We know ourtalent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization's success now and in the future. Career growth at our company is not always a ladder. It's much more like a rock climbing adventure. Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.
• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women's Network, Scotts Black Employees' Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.
• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthen

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.

The Hawthorne Gardening Company is a start-up company focused on hydroponic gardening. Dedicated to creating high quality products founded in social and environmental responsibility. Backed by the largest lawn and garden company in the U.S. (Scotts Miracle-Gro, NYSE: SMG) we bring new ideas, values, and culture to our endeavors without the constraints of a large corporation. We are an energetic, progressive-minded, sustainability-focused group of highly-motivated individuals, eager to share our love of gardening with the world.

The brands and products within our portfolio include: Sunlight Supply, General Hydroponics, General Organics, Vermicrop, Botanicare, AeroGarden, CanFilters and Gavita Lighting.

Hawthorne Gardening Company is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Hawthorne Gardening Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Hawthorne Gardening Company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.