Buyer

Company: Emerson Electric Co.
Location: Mansfield
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

If you are a professional Buyer looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Ontario, Ohio location, you will purchase goods, materials and services to ensure that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply.

AS A BUYER, YOU WILL:

* Regularly review demand requirements, place purchase orders with designated suppliers to support MRP and Lean manufacturing principles. Maintain the dates on all Open POs in the system, clarify item details and specifications from other groups as needed and communicate/ respond to queries from Production Planning, Production, Strategic Procurement, Project Management, Quotations group and Order Management.


* Maintain system pricing, quotations, dates, Lead Times and other item attributes for materials and services by consistently communicating with suppliers, and relay the same to Order Management, Accounting, Project Management and Production Planning.


* Process New Part Workflows by sending RFQs to identify potential suppliers, negotiate the pricing and update the system with Lead Time, Pricing and Item Attributes information.


* Resolve quality (NCRs) issues and or delivery (OTD) issues with suppliers while investigating the root cause and coordinating with Quality, Shop-floor, Engineering Production Planning and providing short term and long term solutions.


* Resolve Accounting issues involving price or count discrepancies.


* Monitor and execute system exception messages


* Process Engineering Change Requests/ Orders (ECO/ ECRs) and communicate the change in technical specifications with suppliers.


* Evaluate supplier performance, develop corrective action plan and report trends to management.


* Work with Logistics and receiving team to resolve any paperwork, trade compliance or Logistics related issues.


* Support continuous improvement projects while working with Cross Functional teams to improve Supply Chain KPIs such as On Time Delivery, Inventory Turns and Cost.


* Support New Product Development projects as required


* Assist with documenting departmental processes and standards.


* Provide assistance to Materials Manager with analysis on Purchasing Parameters such as MOQ, FDS, Safety Stocks and ABC Analysis


* Expedite outside purchase order.


* Assist in the monitoring of rush orders.



WHO YOU ARE:

Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; get first hand customer information and use it for improvements in products and serivces; talk and act with customers in mind. Are not afraid to take charge when troubel comes; do whatever it takes to get the job done despite resistance; face difficult situations with guts and tenacity; encourge healthy debates. Are good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; know how to organize people and activities; understand how to separate and combine tasks into efficient workflows; know what to measure and how to measure it; can see opportunities for synergy and integration wher others may not; can simplify complex processes; get more out of fewer resources. Enjoy hard work; are action oriented and full of energy for the things that are challenging; can act with little planning; seize opportunities when they arise. Effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline with 1-2 years of Purchasing or Production Scheduling/Planning, or 3-5 years' experience in Purchasing or Production Scheduling/Planning


* Legal authorization to work in the United States



PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline with 1-2 years of Purchasing or Production Scheduling/Planning, or 3-5 years' experience in Purchasing or Production Scheduling/Planning


* Strong Negotiating skills.


* Commodity knowledge across a wide spectrum of materials and services.


* Strong Working Knowledge of ERP/ MRP required.


* Proficiency in MS Office


* ISM and/or APICS certification a plus.


* Ability to handle multiple priorities.



WHY EMERSON?

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: We drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills, and competencies to bring this Purpose to life while competing and leading in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.

Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities, and the world through our unwavering focus on environmental, social, and regulatory progress. Learn more about us!

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer you the right options to meet your individual and family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more. We also provide you flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives - and that reflects the world around us. We believe a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.

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