What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer III position at Eaton?
Eaton Mission Systems, formerly Cobham Mission Systems is seeking a Buyer III at our Orchard Park, NY facility.
Summary:
Responsible for execution of buying activities in support of manufacture of all products related to a specific value stream. Responsible for supplier on-time delivery and inventory levels. Responsible for insuring supplier communication regarding material delivery is in alignment with the value stream’s business needs; to employ methods to exercise that supplier capability to obtain material consistent with requirements, and to communicate risk internally to Supply Chain (SC) and the Value Stream (VS). Responsibilities also include training Buyer I and Buyer II level positions to execute these functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Train Buyer I and Buyer II level positions on Oracle functionality.
- Lead Buyer I and Buyer II level positions in determining and maintaining levels of inventory to meet organizational metrics.
- Assist Buyer I and Buyer II level positions negotiate and administer purchase orders in support of production needs.
- Anticipate SC and VS needs and respond to concerns and conflicts.
- Work with finance to address any payment issues.
- Maintain supplier lead-times in business system
- Work with the commodity team to insure that supplier communication and related metrics are in support of the value stream’s needs
- Maintain performance management KPI’s and board and participate in performance management meetings.
- Work independently and react quickly to changing priorities.
- Strong analytical skills utilized in leading at least four continuous improvement projects per year.
Why work at Eaton? We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.
- Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
- Healthcare/retirement savings programs
- Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
- Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
- Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
- Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment, OR an Associate’s Degree plus 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus 7 years’ experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
- 3 years’ negotiating experience
- 3 years’ purchasing experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas: Business, Finance or Supply Chain
- Professional certifications (i.e., APICS, ISM, etc.) - Working knowledge of ERP or MRP Systems
- Experience reading blueprints
- Documented MS Office experience: (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Demonstrated verbal, written and presentation skills
Eaton Marketing Statement
Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com
What you will get from us
Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.
We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.
We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com
What you will get from us
Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.
We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.
We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Job: Supply Chain / Logistics
Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: AER MSD Mission System Division
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Salary : $0
