Buyer

Job Overview

The PCX Buyer is responsible for procurement of all production related material in a timely and cost-effective manner. The Buyer works closely with other outside departments to identify and order all parts and material listed on the bill of materials and/or MRO and services and ensures that all items are available for manufacturing when needed. The Buyer works within Purchasing to monitor vendor performance and identify potential cost and lead time savings for PCX.

A Day In The Life

• Plan, schedule, and purchase an adequate supply of materials required for the completion of customer requirements.
• Place orders for material in a timely manner. Initiate appropriate action to advance, delay or cancel previously scheduled materials and strive to control inventory levels while supporting customer requirements. Identify alternatives when schedule changes or delays are identified
• Work closely with Engineering, Production and Manufacturing departments to identify and order materials and equipment for customer projects.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Warehouse to ensure materials and equipment are ordered and received according to project needs.
• Listens and follows directions from leads and supervisors.
• Work closely with finance and suppliers to reconcile purchase order/invoice discrepancies
• Adheres to PCX Quality Management System and ISO9001 standards.
• Must follow PCX safety guidelines and requirements. Wears required PPE at all times.
• Works in a timely, efficient manner to meet all daily performance objectives.
• Maintains tools and equipment in proper working condition.
• Identify material and equipment issues.
• Must be able to read and understand posted bulletins, regulations, rule books, manufacturer manuals, and work instructions
• Must be able to work in a team environment which requires cooperating with others, offering help when needed, and maintaining positive work relationships
• Ensure working environment is clean and safe.

• Ability to work 10 hours per day and weekends as required

What will help you thrive in this role?

Required Experience:

• Two years purchasing/ procurement experience. Experience with industrial electrical components in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• High school diploma required. Associates Degree or higher in business related discipline preferred.
• Experience in the use of ERP systems (SAP Required) for production planning and material procurement.
• Background check and drug-screen are required.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Electrical Solutions

Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.