Product Purchaser

TVH Group; Olathe (KS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite health clinic

Onsite preschool

Restaurant access

401(k) match

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

TVH Group is seeking a Commercial Product Purchaser in Olathe, KS to strengthen our electrical components portfolio. The role focuses on sourcing, supplier relationship management, and competitive cost strategies within TVH's global product range including switches, sensors, and dashboard controls.

You’ll work with a global team, maintain strong supplier networks, and drive availability and quality for customers.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build relationships across stakeholders.
• Comfort analyzing data and translating insights into action.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the components portfolio within the Product & Procurement team.
• Identify opportunities to expand and optimize the electrical components assortment via market research, competitor analysis, and TVH's supplier network.
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies with suppliers to drive favorable cost outcomes.
• Proactively source new suppliers and products; evaluate ranges and negotiate technical specs, pricing and terms.
• Escalation point for procurement advisor; ensure quality, availability and on-time delivery.
• Respond quickly to disruptions in availability, pricing or quality; drive root-cause resolution.
• Partner with Quality to monitor supplier performance and take constructive action as needed.
• Track KPIs such as availability, cost trends and supplier performance; address emerging risks.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Communication abilities

Time management

Job description

## Product PurchaserApply: Onsite: Olathe: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR106943*Commercial Product Purchaser*Full-time | Purchasing |Olathe, KSAs a Commercial Product Purchaser for TVH's global electrical components product range, you play a key role in developing and strengthening our portfolio of suppliers and electrical products used in material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction & agricultural machinery. These products include switches, buttons & parts, sensors, relays, contacts & contactors, and dashboard controls. Apply today!*YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES**Product Sourcing & Supplier Relationship Management** Own and manage the components portfolio within the Product & Procurement team* Identify opportunities to expand and optimize the electrical components assortment through market research, competitor analysis, trade show participation, and TVH's global supplier network* Develop and execute negotiation strategies with suppliers to drive favorable purchase cost outcomes* Proactively source new suppliers and products, evaluate existing supplier ranges, and negotiate technical specifications, pricing, and quality terms to strengthen market position and reduce costs*Procurement Support & Availability** Serve as the escalation point for the procurement advisor, ensuring products within your portfolio meet required standards for quality, availability, and on-time delivery* Respond quickly to disruptions in availability, pricing, or quality; identify root causes and drive resolution to protect the customer experience*Quality & Supplier Management** Partner with the Quality team to monitor and evaluate supplier performance* Take constructive action with suppliers as needed to ensure the best possible outcome for customers*Data-Driven Performance Monitoring** Track key performance indicators, including product availability, cost trends, and supplier performance* Proactively address emerging risks with a structured, solution-oriented approachYou'll have the autonomy to make decisions within your product range, backed by a supportive and experienced team to help shape effective action plans.*HOW TO SUCCEED / YOUR PROFILE** A high level of autonomy and self-ownership, with strong interest in technical or commercial product sourcing and negotiation* An international mindset and comfort working within a global team* No deep technical expertise required — extensive internal training and support from global team colleagues will guide your development* Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and communication abilities* Proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across stakeholders* Strong time management and prioritization skills* Comfort analyzing data and translating insights into action* A curious, proactive mindset with eagerness to learn* The ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that encourages initiative* A structured, autonomous, and project-driven approach to teamwork*WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU*You’ll be part of a people-centric culture, where your well-being matters. Our comprehensive package offers standard benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, plus unique benefits such as our onsite health clinic and our incredible dollar for dollar 401(k) match up to 6%. At our HQ, there’s an on-site preschool, restaurant and where you can get active or enjoy our regular team get-togethers. We also offer:* Hybrid work schedule* Opportunities for professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house/external training courses*PEOPLE ARE AT OUR HEART*TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.*ABOUT TVH*TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.TVH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TVH will not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older.