Buyer, Spares & RSPL (Remote)
Buyer, Spares & RSPL (Remote)
Summary
Our global Sourcing, Procurement and third-party Supplier team develops innovative category management strategies in collaboration with the business. The team focuses on strategic third-party partner agreements and helps support supplier relationship management, commercial and financial pricing models for overall supplier performance.
Responsibilities
ā¢ Supporting Recommended Spare Parts List (RSPL)
ā¢ Source and Purchase Spares & RSPL components across the system; partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure we are procuring against accurate demand, most-up-to-date parts, and delivering value for our stakeholders
ā¢ Develop close relationships with key suppliers within your category; driving cost savings initiatives and high case fill rate within our product catalogue
ā¢ Partner with Planning to ensure our Procurement strategy is in line with our Planning needs
ā¢ Analyze data for cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, contract negotiations, and strategic supplier selection, with a focus on cost initiatives
ā¢ Utilize SAP and planning tools to analyze inventory, order patterns, and sales data for strategic purchasing decisions
ā¢ Identify and mitigate business risks related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance
ā¢ Report on material status, including expedited and late orders, and address material shortages and problem parts
ā¢ Maintain accurate purchase item data and planning parameters for MPS/MRP processes
ā¢ Collaborate with other departments to resolve purchasing issues related to quality, scheduling, and pricing disputes
ā¢ Identify supply risks and take corrective actions or escalate with recommended resolutions
ā¢ Work cross-functionally to ensure internal and external service levels are met
ā¢ Optimize total cost of ownership and on-time delivery through planning and control of automation-related activities
ā¢ Lead bid package development, manage RFQ processes, and analysis
ā¢ Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
ā¢ Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement
ā¢ Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with MRP systems, SAP preferred for PR/PO generation
ā¢ Experience in like commodities: Conveyors, Lifts, Robotics, Automation Controls, Material Handling Systems and knowledge of the related supply base
ā¢ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred
ā¢ Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
Environment
ā¢ Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations
ā¢ The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis
Summary
Our global Sourcing, Procurement and third-party Supplier team develops innovative category management strategies in collaboration with the business. The team focuses on strategic third-party partner agreements and helps support supplier relationship management, commercial and financial pricing models for overall supplier performance.
Responsibilities
ā¢ Supporting Recommended Spare Parts List (RSPL)
ā¢ Source and Purchase Spares & RSPL components across the system; partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure we are procuring against accurate demand, most-up-to-date parts, and delivering value for our stakeholders
ā¢ Develop close relationships with key suppliers within your category; driving cost savings initiatives and high case fill rate within our product catalogue
ā¢ Partner with Planning to ensure our Procurement strategy is in line with our Planning needs
ā¢ Analyze data for cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, contract negotiations, and strategic supplier selection, with a focus on cost initiatives
ā¢ Utilize SAP and planning tools to analyze inventory, order patterns, and sales data for strategic purchasing decisions
ā¢ Identify and mitigate business risks related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance
ā¢ Report on material status, including expedited and late orders, and address material shortages and problem parts
ā¢ Maintain accurate purchase item data and planning parameters for MPS/MRP processes
ā¢ Collaborate with other departments to resolve purchasing issues related to quality, scheduling, and pricing disputes
ā¢ Identify supply risks and take corrective actions or escalate with recommended resolutions
ā¢ Work cross-functionally to ensure internal and external service levels are met
ā¢ Optimize total cost of ownership and on-time delivery through planning and control of automation-related activities
ā¢ Lead bid package development, manage RFQ processes, and analysis
ā¢ Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
ā¢ Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement
ā¢ Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with MRP systems, SAP preferred for PR/PO generation
ā¢ Experience in like commodities: Conveyors, Lifts, Robotics, Automation Controls, Material Handling Systems and knowledge of the related supply base
ā¢ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred
ā¢ Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
Environment
ā¢ Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations
ā¢ The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis