Material Management Buyer

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:

The Electrification & Automation (E&A) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing in our Future Grids portfolio to create the power distribution grid of the future.

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our team!

We are looking for a Buyer. This position will be based in Wendell, NC.

The Buyer contributes to the success of the Electrification and Automation Business Unit of Siemens Industry, Inc. by directly procuring material and services for the assigned product lines, taking into account price, quality, delivery and continuity of supply to ensure Material Availability. Supports business in semi-complex buying strategies and activities to purchase and arrange timely deliveries of material and services; plans and expedites as needed and serves as liaison between manufacturing and vendors.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage the supply chain & provide a prime focal point to suppliers.
• Generates Purchase Orders (SAP) in assigned Commodity in accordance with required strategies based on the requisition and obtains order acknowledgement.
• Identify, report and manage potential problems and proactively address material shortages before impacting production.
• Manages supplier On Time Delivery (OTD)
• Prepare and manage supplier key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Obtain information from suppliers in order to complete supplier setups
• Familiarity with the various Siemens Procurement tools (SAP, EZ Suite, IOL, GMDM, SCMStar, etc)
• Issues PO’s for Capital equipment in oneSRM
• Participates in the Supplier Qualification Process for new suppliers of key major components
• Ensures compliance with Siemens buying guidelines
• Understand Siemens T&C’s, contract and project deliverables and enact plans for meeting goals
• Leads Supplier Non-Conformances (NCRs) with the Supplier Quality Manager and Engineering to insure no impact on production floor
• Support resolutions of GR/IR issues and other exceptions to established rules
• Support and help define commodity strategies for assigned purchasing spend
• Assists as back-up for other Procurement Personnel within team.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• BS/BA in related discipline, or advanced degree, where required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years’ experience in area of Procurement responsibilities
• Strong written and oral communication in English language
• Highly skilled with Microsoft office products (Power Point, Word and Excel)
• Must be customer focused and a collaborative team player
• Ability to assess priorities, demonstrate flexibility and understand sense of urgency
• Self-motivated, demonstrate problem solving abilities, continuous improvement and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with MV power distribution equipment

You’ll benefit from: 

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

• The pay range for this position is $53,760 - $92,160. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location. 

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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