Buyer - Davenport, IA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Davenport, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s AER MSD Mission System Division is currently seeking a Buyer. This role is based in Davenport, IA. The expected annual salary range for this role is $71000 - $105000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Requirements

Associates degree OR high school diploma and 2+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Analytical –Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Problem Solving - Works on problems with a large scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained; Participates in alternative solution identification; Works well within group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Follows project plans; reports changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; contributes to project team activities. Work in a closely supervised setting; follow specific, detailed instructions.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or Engineering
Working knowledge of supply chain modules in ERP or MRP systems
Experience reading blueprints
MS Office experience (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

Obtain quotes with optimal pricing, generate compliant purchase orders, and communicate with the assigned supply base to ensure timely delivery of complex components and assemblies to the Eaton MSD Davenport Factory.
Procure a variety of goods and services in accordance with company policies in an MRP/ERP environment.
Review and issue purchase-orders and make necessary changes to include: obtaining quotes, negotiating costs, payment terms, and related issues.
Expedite and track required parts or processes to support production schedules.
Serve as liaison between internal Eaton customers and suppliers.
Assist in resolving supplier related quality and billing issues.
Perform duties in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other government regulations in accordance with Eaton policies and procedures.
Performs small business spend plans and conducts small business spend reporting to comply with US Government Small Business Administration requirements.