Buyer

Buyer

Location: Youngsville, NC

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $30.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

Job Summary

The client's Electrical Sector is currently seeking a Buyer to join the team, based at the Youngsville, NC location. The Buyer is responsible for executing the purchase-to-pay process, ensuring timely procurement of raw materials and maintaining alignment with the client's supply chain and payment policies. The organization creates an environment where creativity, invention, and discovery become reality each and every day a place where bold, bright professionals can reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions, place purchase orders, issue change notices, review exception messages to ensure delivery of materials or services as necessary to adhere to production schedules.
• Review and maintain purchase order date accuracy and maintain Material Master records for assigned materials to ensure MRP health, accurate PIR records, Source Lists, and promptly reconcile supplier invoices for payment.
• Review part consumption characteristics to ensure appropriate planning parameters are maintained.
• Review and maintain internal / external Kanban replenishment, scheduling agreements and blanket orders.
• Provide Root Cause Corrective Action for materials shortages when needed and participate and lead continuous improvement opportunities.
• Proactively avoid material shortages and work with Finance, Receiving, and Suppliers to clear blocked invoices to avoid shipments on hold from supplier end.
• Work with quality team and supplier to review/resolve non-compliant material.

Required Skills

• SAP-OFFICE
• Communication skills works well under pressure
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a matrix environment, get results and drive change through others
• Effective oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills
• Ability to manage by influence through solid relationships and process focus
• Ability to effectively present results and recommendations to plant leadership team
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)

Preferred Skills

• 2 years of procurement or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
• 2 years' experience with SAP MRP/ERP system preferred
• 2 years' experience working in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment
• Experience with SIOP processes

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required.

Required Experience

• 1 2 years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• This role is based at the Youngsville Plant Operations location and on site 5 days a week.

Important Notes

• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a global power management company operating in more than 100 countries, with revenues of approximately $20.8 billion and a workforce of approximately 160,000 employees worldwide. Founded over a century ago, the organization develops intelligent power management technologies spanning electrical systems, aerospace components, vehicle powertrain solutions, and data center infrastructure placing it at the center of the global energy transition. Teams here include electrical engineers, power systems specialists, software developers, and supply chain professionals who collaborate across divisions to help businesses, governments, and communities operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-16436

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