We are searching for a talented BUYER who shares our values and has the innovative capacity to work with us by integrating into a diverse team that collaborates effectively.
What will you be doing in this role?
This position will have the following responsibilities:
* Execute direct and indirect materials purchasing and procurement for designated sites, in accordance with replenishment, logistics footprints, and inventory control as approved by Supply Chain.
* Issue purchase orders to ensure timely availability of the right quantity of materials at the agreed price and conditions, using ETS approved vendors.
Responsibilities and deliverables include:
* Manage relationships with suppliers within your scope, driving efficiencies and cost reductions.
* Deploy contracts, standard terms & conditions, preferred payment terms, and Incoterms consistent with business objectives and strategies set by Supply Chain.
* Issue purchase orders, follow up with approval compliance, and communicate open PO reports to suppliers to support material expediting and inventory control.
* Ensure material availability with the correct timing to support site production.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Technical Department) and engage with vendors to coordinate production and shipping activities, resolving complaints or delays.
* Identify negotiation opportunities based on purchase requisitions analysis.
* Manage and mitigate supplier price increase requests.
* Ensure inventory stock levels are maintained.
* Define, in collaboration with relevant Category Leaders, the appropriate replenishment strategies for different materials and suppliers.
Work Experience & Education Requirements
Education and experience
* A Bachelor of Science degree in a technical, engineering, or business discipline is preferred; a Master’s degree is a plus.
* At least 5 years of professional experience in procurement and material management roles is preferred.
Personality traits and practical experience
* Outstanding numerical, quantitative analytical thinking, organizational abilities, and project management and negotiation skills.
* Experience in resolving materials flow issues within a matrix organizational structure.
* Ability to influence others and build productive, motivated, high-performance teams.
* Self-motivated and disciplined, capable of managing routine tasks independently and under pressure while maintaining high standards.
* Ability to build, develop, and maintain positive internal and external relationships.
* Strong problem identification and resolution skills, with sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
* A customer-centric focus, performance accountability, innovation, adaptability, positive energy, respect, teamwork, and integrity.
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