Buyer II

Vertiv; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking an Intermediate level buyer in the United States to plan and procure materials to meet customer requirements at an optimal cost. You will maintain inventory levels, address shortages, and support customer demand while engaging suppliers and managing performance to align with business goals.

Key duties include processing purchase orders, tracking orders, and generating reports on purchasing activity.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchase orders, supplier information, and inventory data.
• Process purchase orders, including creating, updating, and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate supplier communication and manage relationships.
• Generate and distribute weekly and monthly reports on purchasing activity, inventory status, and order tracking.
• Assist NPDI project team for new product launch.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in purchasing or supply chain

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Brief Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Intermediate level buyer to join our team. This role is responsible for planning and procuring material to meet customer requirements at an optimal cost. Maintain inventory levels, address shortage and support customer demand. This position also includes supplier engagement and performance management to ensure alignment with customer expectations and overall business objectives.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Intermediate level buyer to join our team. This role is responsible for planning and procuring material to meet customer requirements at an optimal cost. Maintain inventory levels, address shortage and support customer demand. This position also includes supplier engagement and performance management to ensure alignment with customer expectations and overall business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchase orders, supplier information, and inventory data.
• Scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and creating presentations as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing communication and correspondence.
• Processing purchase orders, including creating, updating, and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Conduct basic research on suppliers and products to support purchasing decisions.
• Monitor and follow up on order statuses with suppliers, addressing any discrepancies or delays.
• Support in managing supplier relationships by assisting in resolving issues and maintaining good communication.
• Help maintain accurate inventory levels by coordinating with receiving and warehouse teams to track materials.
• Input, update, and manage data in purchasing and inventory management systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Update customer sales order SSD daily and recommend expedited shipping when necessary to support pull-in requests and meet customer expectations.
• Assist NPDI project team for new product launch.
• Generate and distribute weekly and monthly reports on purchasing activity, inventory status, and order tracking.
• Assist with expense tracking and invoice reconciliation.

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

Physical & Environmental Demands

• No Special Physical Requirements

Time Travel Required

• Less than 5%

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
• Promote Transparent & Open Communication

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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 [e-mail].

Work Authorization

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, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.