Indirect Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Ops Support

Eaton; Orchard Park (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is seeking an Indirect Buyer to source and procure indirect goods and services supporting Operations, Facilities, IT, and Engineering Services. The role focuses on daily purchasing, supplier evaluation, and cost-reduction initiatives to meet Eaton’s strategic supply chain goals.

The candidate will manage requisitions, work with Strategic Sourcing, and ensure timely payments and compliant purchasing for non-production items across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of supply chain experience in manufacturing OR Associates with 3 years of supply chain experience in manufacturing OR High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• ITAR: U.S. person required.
• Relocation not provided; reside within 50 miles of Eaton's Orchard Park, NY facility.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure indirect goods and services for Operations, Facilities, IT, Engineering Services, and other departments.
• Manage daily purchasing activities and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and analyze quotes to execute sourcing decisions.
• Manage purchase requisitions and convert to orders per procedures and compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Support contract negotiations, renewals, and documentation for indirect categories.
• Maintain ERP data including supplier records, pricing, lead times, and status.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associates degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Kanban

Vendor managed inventory

MS Office

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is seeking an Indirect Buyer to source and procure indirect goods and services supporting Operations, Facilities, IT, and Engineering Services. The role focuses on daily purchasing, supplier evaluation, and cost-reduction initiatives to meet Eaton’s strategic supply chain goals.

The candidate will manage requisitions, work with Strategic Sourcing, and ensure timely payments and compliant purchasing for non-production items across the site.