Strategic Procurement Buyer for NPI & Supply Chain

City of Shakopee, MN; Łódź; On-site; PLN 261,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson seeks a Buyer to build strong supplier relationships, support new product introductions, and manage production transfers while optimizing costs and inventory. You will collaborate with Commodity Managers, Engineering, and Planning to ensure material availability.

You will identify and onboard suppliers, negotiate pricing and MOQs, coordinate samples and materials for development, and maintain ERP data accuracy to support delivery performance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in Purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of technical drawings and manufacturing-related purchasing processes.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and procurement data management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Establish and develop relationships with new suppliers to support new product introductions and production transfer activities.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers while defining purchasing parameters, pricing structures, and minimum order quantities required for new materials and components.
• Coordinate the ordering and procurement of samples, raw materials, and components required for product development, testing, qualification, and implementation projects.
• Support Commodity Managers in supplier selection activities and the development of sourcing strategies that align with business objectives.
• Maintain and update supplier, pricing, and purchasing information within ERP systems to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Provide daily support to Material Planning teams by resolving supply-related issues, escalating material shortages, and coordinating corrective actions with suppliers.
• Manage material phase-in and phase-out activities, working closely with Engineering, Design, and Purchasing teams to ensure smooth product transitions and minimize supply risks.
• Analyze supplier performance and supply chain effectiveness, identifying opportunities to improve service levels, reduce costs, and increase supply chain flexibility.
• Contribute to inventory optimization initiatives while ensuring continuity of supply and alignment with customer and production requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional projects focused on supply chain improvement, supplier development, and operational excellence.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Emerson seeks a Buyer to build strong supplier relationships, support new product introductions, and manage production transfers while optimizing costs and inventory. You will collaborate with Commodity Managers, Engineering, and Planning to ensure material availability.

You will identify and onboard suppliers, negotiate pricing and MOQs, coordinate samples and materials for development, and maintain ERP data accuracy to support delivery performance and continuous improvement.