Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a leading innovator in outdoor living? Deckorators, a subsidiary of UFP Industries, is seeking a results-driven Senior Buyer to source and procure materials in the Resins and Plastics category. Deckorators is a brand that thrives on innovation, quality, and creating stunning outdoor spaces for our customers. If you’re passionate about supply chain management, building strategic relationships, and driving cost-effective solutions, this is the opportunity for you!

Location: This position can be based in any CST or EST time zone, offering flexibility and the ability to work in a time zone that fits your lifestyle.

Why Work with Deckorators?

Be part of a trusted brand known for its excellence in outdoor building products.

Collaborate with a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values innovation and creativity.

Enjoy the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's sourcing strategies and overall success.

Join a company that values personal growth, professional development, and career advancement.

Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Buyer at Deckorators, you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring direct and indirect spend categories while building strong vendor partnerships. Your role will include:

Strategic Sourcing: Identifying material sources for Resins and Plastics to meet organizational needs.

Vendor Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and leveraging those relationships to drive successful business plans and roadmaps.

Negotiation Leadership: Leading RFI, RFP, and expressive bid events while developing negotiation strategies using market data and cost modeling to deliver maximum value to the organization.

Procurement Excellence: Procuring products that exceed quality, service, and cost expectations while accurately forecasting market trends and future directions.

Category Expertise: Collaborating with engineering teams on specification management and engineering change requests, ensuring a clear understanding of manufacturing processes and products for assigned categories.

Contracting and Legal Support: Supporting business agreement development in collaboration with legal and other stakeholders.

Data-Driven Decisions: Preparing market analysis reports and sourcing strategy roadmaps to guide organizational decisions.

Team Leadership: Supervising and coaching direct reports to ensure successful execution of sourcing strategies.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

At least 5 years of supply chain and strategic sourcing experience, with a focus on Resins and Plastics.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) and other business software.

Familiarity with commodity market dynamics, international sourcing, and legal requirements for contracts.

A proven ability to analyze data, manage vendor relationships, and drive innovative sourcing solutions.

What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with exceptional negotiation skills, a deep understanding of market trends, and the ability to develop long-term supplier relationships. You should be a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited to contribute to the success of a leading brand.

 

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefit Information
Salary Pay Range:  $75,000 - $95,000 annually dependent on experience

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living, geographical location, experience and other factors

Bonus/Incentive Pay: 
The percentage of incentive compensation that may be earned varies based on the customer account classification and is calculated based on collected gross profit.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company contribution 

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee discount

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

A supportive and innovative work environment.

Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

The chance to work with a team of professionals passionate about delivering the best in outdoor living.

About Deckorators:
At Deckorators, we believe that great outdoor spaces start with great ideas. That’s why we’re dedicated to designing and delivering products that inspire. From composite decking to railings, we empower homeowners and contractors to create outdoor spaces that are beautiful, durable, and timeless. Join us in transforming outdoor living!

Ready to join a team where your skills, ideas, and passion can truly make a difference? Apply today and be part of the Deckorators success story!

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.