Buyer

nVent•Millington, MD

12d

About The Position

The Buyer monitors demand signals and purchases raw materials needed for production. This role manages purchase orders and supplier delivery performance, maintains procurement data, analyzes supply risks, and communicates material availability to Production Planning, Operations, and other teams. The Buyer uses data and analytics to optimize inventory, works with Strategic Sourcing on replenishment strategies and process improvements, develops knowledge of commodity markets and supplier capabilities, and maintains supplier relationships. Additional duties include coordinating returns for defective or non-conforming materials, managing P-Card purchases and transaction reconciliation in Concur, and analyzing Bills of Materials to determine requirements and issue purchase orders. Overtime, including before or after scheduled shifts and/or on weekends, may be required to support production and customer commitments. The position is performed in a manufacturing setting that may not be climate-controlled and may involve varying temperatures. It is classified as medium work, with physical requirements including extended standing and walking, frequent hand use, bending and kneeling, and occasional climbing or repositioning. The role requires lifting, carrying, or moving up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs consistently. Employees must be able to communicate effectively, hear, and visually assess work to support quality, safety, and accuracy. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent.
Excellent organization, time management, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
Ability to use data and analytics to support decision-making and forecasting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to safely perform the physical activities described, including standing and walking for extended periods; frequent hand use requiring dexterity and grip; frequent bending and kneeling; and occasional climbing or repositioning.
Ability to lift, carry, or move materials up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs consistently.
Ability to communicate effectively, hear, and visually assess work in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of supply chain, procurement, or related experience preferred.
Experience with ERP and MRP systems; Oracle preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor demand signals and place purchase orders for raw material needs.
Manage open purchase orders and supplier delivery performance.
Maintain accurate demand and procurement data.
Analyze supply risks and collaborate with suppliers and Strategic Sourcing on solutions.
Communicate material availability with Production Planning, Operations, and cross-functional teams.
Use analytics to optimize inventory levels and stock positions.
Build knowledge of commodity markets and supplier capabilities.
Partner with Strategic Sourcing to align replenishment strategies and drive improvements.
Improve procurement processes for raw material components.
Coordinate return material authorizations for defective or non-conforming materials.
Maintain supplier relationships and participate in business reviews.
Manage corporate credit card (P-Card) purchasing and ensure timely, accurate transaction reconciliation using Concur.
Analyze and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs) to determine material requirements and execute corresponding Purchase Orders (POs).
Work overtime, including before or after scheduled shifts and/or weekends, as required to support production and customer commitments.