Buyer / Upstream Planner

You must already live in the Fairfield metropolitan area to be considered for this role. Relocation is not included for this position.

Sponsorship is not included for this role: we are not able to consider anyone who is on a current work visa or who will require a work visa in the future.

What will you do?
• Ensure continuous flow of incoming raw material, components, and sub-assemblies.
• Manage supplier contacts and networks through the purchasing database (Supply Side Platform 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 & escalate when issues are repeated
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and short interval management (SIM)

Who will you report to:
• Supply Chain Planning Manager


What qualifications will make you successful?

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related field preferred, not required. Equivalent experience and skills can be substituted for education
• 2+ years of experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain
• Proficient in ERP systems - SAP highly preferred
• Proficient with using computers and advanced knowledge with applications (access, 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.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience performing cost analysis, for example TCO (total cost of ownership).

What's in it for me?

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees, including things such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, company stock option purchase+ match, and much more. Click here to find out more about working with us: .


We seek out and reward people for embracing diverse perspectives; delivering the highest quality innovations; aspiring to build a sustainable future for everyone; getting things done with accountability, speed, integrity, and always with the customer in mind; thinking deeply and differently, challenging the status quo and learning every day; and achieving together, collaborating with trust and openness. We're recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for Schneider Electric.

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