Buyer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 5+ years of buying/purchasing experience within a manufacturing and/or multi-site environment.
• Strong experience with ERP systems – SAP preferred.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, inventory control, and supply chain principles.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sourcing activities such as supplier negotiations, total cost of ownership, supplier strategy, and developing and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Kaizens, Lean and Six Sigma.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented approach, ensuring accuracy and completeness in data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), particularly Excel for data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage purchase orders in alignment with demand forecasts, inventory targets, and production schedules.
• Monitor and track outstanding purchase orders to ensure timely receipt of products.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve any issues or delays to ensure inventory availability and timely delivery.
• Update purchase order information as needed (cost, quantity, delivery date).
• Coordinate with internal teams to implement necessary modifications and ensure accurate order fulfilment.
• Communicate delivery times and updates through appropriate channels, such as in SAP or via reporting.
• Maintain accurate records, including purchase orders and supplier information.
• Foster positive relationships with suppliers, acting as a key point of contact for inquiries and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with others (manufacturing, sourcing, engineering) to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Monitor stock levels, identify discrepancies, and proactively address shortages or excesses.
• Analyze purchasing data, supplier performance levels, purchase history, and cost trends.
• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels and provide insights to management to support decision making processes and improvements.
• Identify gaps in current processes and take initiative to develop and implement better procurement, planning and supply chain practices.
• Challenge existing ways of working and recommend more efficient or scalable solutions.
• Support sourcing activities such as RFQs and supplier transitions, resulting in cost reduction, supply reliability improvements and total value enhancements.
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
• Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX