Senior Buyer- Lead

Eaton Corporation•Davenport, IA

5d•$86,000 - $126,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eaton’s AER MSD Mission System Division division is currently seeking a Senior Buyer- Lead. This role is based in Davenport, IA. Eligible for Hybrid schedule after training. The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 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

Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment OR Associates degree and 6+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum 4 years of negotiating experience
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.
No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area of 70 miles of Davenport, IA will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

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.
Initiate engineering changes within the plant and with external suppliers.
Serve as liaison between internal Eaton customers and suppliers.
Assist in resolving supplier related quality and billing issues.
Mentor less experienced buyers.
Work closely with strategic procurement functions.
Lead and participating in cross functional procurement projects.
Lead and manage change.
Perform as a subject matter expert in cross functional teams.
Perform duties in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other government regulations in accordance with Eaton policies and procedures.