Sr Strategic Buyer
About The Position
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement experience with a focus on strategic sourcing.
- Extensive experience in global sourcing methodologies.
- Proven ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
- Strong understanding of purchasing principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite with advanced skills in Excel for data analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of SAP or other equivalent ERP systems (preferred).
- Previous experience in the HVAC, Engineering, Fire Safety, Security, or a related industry (a plus).
Responsibilities
- Develop in-depth knowledge of assigned categories, including industry trends, competition, and future innovations.
- Design and implement sourcing strategies for your assigned commodities, optimizing the sourcing footprint and driving cost reduction through various methods like LCC sourcing and value engineering.
- Maintain regular communication and alignment with the extended business unit procurement team to ensure seamless execution of category strategies.
- Lead supplier contract and price negotiations, securing optimal terms and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Identify and implement strategies for trade working capital improvement, purchasing control, and cost analysis.
- Actively manage the supply base, driving supplier performance and development initiatives.
- Proactively identify and resolve supplier delivery, quality, or commercial issues.
- Leverage data and analytics to optimize procurement processes and make informed "make vs. buy" decisions.
- Collaborate with international teams to leverage purchasing opportunities across all regions in the business unit.
- Achieve or exceed category-related goals such as cost savings, quality improvement, and supplier rationalization.
Benefits
- competitive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
