Upstream Materials Buyer - SAP & MRP Focus

Schneider Electric; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Schneider Electric's Oxford, OH plant is seeking an Upstream Supply Chain Buyer to ensure a continuous flow of materials, manage supplier contacts, and oversee backlog replenishment. You will coordinate purchase orders and scheduling, monitor backorders, improve supplier performance via KPIs, and work with SAP; strong Excel skills and independent, organized work style are essential.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Planning Manager, this role is supported by Schneider's Total Rewards package and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations or related degree preferred, not required. Equivalent experience and skills can be substituted for education
• 3+ years of experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in SAP (preferred) and/or other ERP systems
• Proficient with using computers and advanced knowledge with applications (strong excel)
• Strong drive and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently, good time management, organizational skills
• Strong relationship and collaborative management skills
• Strong negotiation skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous flow of incoming raw material, components, and sub-assemblies.
• Manage supplier contacts and networks through the purchasing database (Supply Side Portal Portal)
• Manage the replenishment backlog (creation and rescheduling of purchase orders)
• Coordinate Open Purchase Order Management and/or Order scheduling.
• Manage the upstream backorder portfolio, component shortages, and micromanage to insure the availability of material
• Monitor and improve the supplier's performance through established KPIs. Work with suppliers on late orders, confirmation details, etc.
• Take daily action regarding material requirements planning (MRP) messages & escape when issues are repeated.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and short interval management (SIM)

Skills

Purchasing experience

SAP

ERP systems

Excel

Analytical thinking

Time management

Negotiation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

Supply Side Portal

Job description

Schneider Electric's Oxford, OH plant is seeking an Upstream Supply Chain Buyer to ensure a continuous flow of materials, manage supplier contacts, and oversee backlog replenishment. You will coordinate purchase orders and scheduling, monitor backorders, improve supplier performance via KPIs, and work with SAP; strong Excel skills and independent, organized work style are essential.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Planning Manager, this role is supported by Schneider's Total Rewards package and a