Buyer (Fixed Term Contract) - Vandalia, United States - Johnson Electric

Description

Job Description

Come Innovate Motion with Us

Johnson Electric is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team on a fixed-term contract basis for 6 months. As a Buyer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility by sourcing and procuring materials necessary for production. Your responsibilities will include managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and optimizing supply chain processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in purchasing, a keen eye for cost-effective solutions, and a passion for driving efficiency.

Your Responsibilities Would Be:

• Indirect Purchases: You will be responsible for indirect purchases that directly support our facility's operations.
• End-to-End Procure-to-Pay (P2P): Manage the entire procurement process for assigned areas, from requisition to delivery.
• Supplier Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with both new and existing suppliers to ensure reliable partnerships.
• Risk and Cost Mitigation: Identify opportunities for risk reduction and cost savings within the supply chain.
• Project Development and Implementation: Collaborate with team members to develop and execute strategic projects.
• Communication and Presentation: Effectively communicate information to internal teams and external suppliers.

Our Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of vending and/or vendor-managed inventory (VMI) processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong analytical skills for total cost of ownership evaluation.
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• General understanding of manufacturing processes and services.

Advantageous Qualifications:

• Purchasing and/or lean manufacturing certifications.
• Quality and environmental regulation experience (e.g., ISO 9001, 13485, 14001, FDA).
• Familiarity with project management techniques.
• Handling low-volume, high-complexity automation and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) procurement.
• Knowledge of sustainable supply chain practices.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We offer:

JE offers talented employee's exceptional opportunities to learn and grow professionally with rewarding careers. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, prescription plan, vision, disability coverage, life insurance coverage, 401K match, and holiday/vacation benefits.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company's most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.