Sr. Buyer

Industrial Electric Manufacturing • Jacksonville, FL

6d

About The Position

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, goods, and services to meet the company's operational requirements. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring cost-effectiveness and maintaining high standards of quality for all purchases. In addition to external suppliers, this position interacts with internal stakeholders such as Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Program Management.

Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to engage and collaborate with all levels of the organization
• Ability to effectively drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Fundamental understanding of Lean principles
• Technical and company product curiosity
• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Business Acumen
• Decision Making
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain or Operations Management from a four-year college or university.
• At least 5 years of purchasing/buying experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Understand & interpret demand requirements to make strategic and informed procurement decisions.
• Analyze, understand and quantify risks to the supply chain. Develop mitigation plans and present options to senior management.
• Manage procurement activities including issuing of purchase orders, expediting orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Engage and oversee projects with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement of the procurement process
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand their purchasing needs, resolve supply challenges and improve material availability
• Analyze vendor performance based on quality, delivery, and price as well as other pertinent data to maintain a strong and sustainable supply chain. Make timely recommendations using data to support timely supply chain decisions.
• Coordinate nonconformance issues with internal teams and suppliers in a timely manner
• Interface with vendors and build relationships to maintain a high level of support and through all aspects of the procurement process
• Perform other duties which may be required by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level