Junior Buyer

JBPCO India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified manufacturing company based in Bengaluru is seeking a Procurement Specialist to handle purchasing components, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely delivery of materials. This role requires strong knowledge of supply chain principles, proficiency in JD Edwards or similar ERP systems, and excellent analytical skills. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering along with 2 years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes high ethical standards and effective communication within the team.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential for data analysis.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering is preferred.
• 2 years of relevant work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing components and raw materials.
• Negotiate best pricing and maintain optimal inventory.
• Respond to system generated messages and issue purchase orders.
• Prepare RFQs and evaluate quotations for competitiveness.

Skills

Understanding of supply chain configuration and principles

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

2 years relevant work experience

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP

Infor LN

Job description

Overview

Company & Position Overview

www.jbpoindexter.com.

Position Overview

Responsible for purchasing components, online orders, and raw materials, negotiating best pricing, reducing supplier lead times and maintaining most optimal inventory positions.

J B Poindexter & Co (JBPCO) is a privately held, diversified manufacturing company forecasting $2.4B in annual revenue and 8,000 team members in 2024. The nine operating subsidiaries, covering over 50 locations, are engaged in the production of commercial truck bodies, step-vans, utility trucks, funeral coaches, limousines, electric and alternative fuel vehicles, pickup truck bed enclosures, precision machining, and expandable foam plastic packaging. For more information, visit www.jbpoindexter.com.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to system generated messages timely by issuing purchase orders from JD Edwards in the 24 to 48 hours window.
• Follow up with vendors for order acknowledgement and update JDE system with supplier acknowledged lead-times.
• Check in with supplier-placed purchase orders to verify on-time delivery or pushouts.
• Prepare and solicit RFQs. Analyse and evaluate quotations and offerings to determine the most competitive solution relative to quality, delivery and cost.
• Update the RM Tracker for the parts to quoted.
• Setup labor cost developed by the quoting team.
• Develop and enhance processes, systems and reporting capabilities to drive efficiencies in providing procurement services.
• Familiar with and able to execute a variety of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Responsible for all component and online purchases.
• Ensure that purchasing documentation is processed completely, accurately, and timely.
• Help with quoting and estimating in general as well as working with sales teams and project management on specialty or large opportunities for a wide scope of quotes and capabilities.
• Create supplier performance reviews.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Additional duties as required.

Job Skill Requirements

• Understanding of supply chain configuration and principles.
• Knowledge of MPS/MRP/ERP systems (JD Edwards experience is a plus).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.

Education

• 2 years relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering (Degree/Diploma) with relevant work experience will be an added advantage.

Skills & Abilities

• Computer Skills: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Previous experience of working with JD Edwards / SAP / Infor LN.

Code Of Ethics

JB Poindexter (India) Private Limited requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and authorities. This position shall actively ensure that his/her own activities and those of all employees within the project meet this obligation. JBPCO critical standards and procedures related to expected conduct are detailed on the company website. This position is expected to be familiar with these policies and ensure that they are implemented in all areas of control.