Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Grand Island, NE

Vertiv is hiring a Buyer in Lincoln, NE to plan and procure material to meet customer requirements at an optimal cost.  Maintain inventory levels, address shortages and support product evolution daily.  Responsible for securing the necessary materials to meet the needs of customers and the business. Work with a bit more complex suppliers and supply chains than at the Jr. level, in order to develop a foundation of basic practices and procedures.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Research and update the company ERP system with current component part information. 
• Issue POs to suppliers determined by supervisor. 
• Meet with local suppliers to meet the supply needs of the business. 
• Utilize company sales history to forecast part needs and monitor inventory levels.  Update information in the company ERP system. 
• Work with the production team or company scheduler to coordinate materials to meet the scheduled timelines.  
• Coordinate information between production, purchasing and shipping daily; provide availability, pricing, and shipping information; generate daily, weekly, monthly metric reports. 
• Assist the management team in providing pricing updates on an annual basis. 
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, supply chain management, or equivalent functional experience required 
• 3-5 years of experience 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Excellent customer service skills 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills 
• Detail-oriented 
• Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment 
• Proficient in MS office 
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred 
• Understanding of business financials 

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, supply chain management, or equivalent functional experience required 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• No Special Physical Requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Fast-paced environment

Travel:  none

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5.0 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety.  Integrity.  Respect. Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv 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, O, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.