Buyer

JCB North America•San Antonio, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to a Purchase Manager or Senior Buyer, the role is primarily responsible for the commercial management of a portfolio of parts and / or services that are required within a particular manufacturing location. The role will be required to have an in-depth understanding of the supply market to ensure that new parts and/or services are purchased competitively and all opportunities for cost reduction are highlighted and delivered. The role is also accountable for ensuring that the supply base within that category is capable of meeting the quality and delivery expectations of the business. The role may also include the responsibility of becoming a ‘Lead Buy’ which would then also include the responsibility of creating category and / or supplier strategies, managing negotiations for the Group, supporting escalations, and ensuring that all Buying Teams are fully aligned and all acting consistently.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Comfortable in an in-person office environment
Technical competence is a plus
Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
Must have excellent follow-through skills
Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanour and be comfortable in most social settings
Must be open to domestic and international travel
Desire and proven ability to learn and grow
Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

Establishes ways to identify and quantify opportunities to reduce the cost of products and services for each category area.
Awareness of technological and market changes which can result in delivering total cost improvements and implement best practise.
Liaise with stakeholders assessing business requirements to ensure that they can deliver sourcing strategy.
Deliver robust implementation plans in line with the sourcing strategy. These plans should support, but not be limited to: Effective early supplier engagement, Cost Saving projects, Tendering, Contracting, Capacity management, Supplier performance targets.
Monitors progress of strategies and modifications in line with the changing business environment plans.
Other duties as assigned