Buyer

Job Description

The Buyer is responsible for executing and managing purchasing activities to support the procurement of direct and indirect materials required for operations. This role ensures material availability to meet production and project demands by proactively managing purchase orders, supplier performance, and system data.

This position requires a balance of execution and ownership, with increased responsibility for managing supplier relationships, identifying risks, and driving timely resolutions to support production continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, release, and manage purchase orders in alignment with demand signals, production schedules, and project requirements
• Proactively manage open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery; identify risks and take action to mitigate potential delays
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned suppliers, managing communication related to order status, lead times, and delivery performance
• Drive material availability to support production, ensuring no disruptions due to shortages or late deliveries
• Maintain and validate accurate ERP system data (e.g., IFS), including pricing, lead times, order parameters, and supplier details
• Resolve invoice discrepancies (price, quantity, freight) in collaboration with suppliers and Accounts Payable
• Work closely with Planning and Operations to understand demand changes and adjust orders accordingly
• Monitor and manage key purchasing metrics, including past due purchase orders, supplier on-time delivery, and open order health
• Support expediting efforts and take ownership of critical shortages to ensure timely resolution
• Participate in supplier performance discussions and contribute to improving delivery reliability and responsiveness
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and speed within purchasing operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
• 1-2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, tracking, and reporting)
• Experience working with ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle, etc.) preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• High attention to detail with a strong sense of urgency

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments
• Exposure to supplier management and performance tracking
• Basic understanding of procurement concepts such as lead times, order management, and inventory planning

Key Competencies

• Ownership & Accountability - Takes full ownership of assigned suppliers and purchase orders
• Sense of Urgency - Responds quickly to production needs and supply risks
• Supplier Management - Builds and maintains effective supplier relationships to support performance
• Problem Solving - Identifies issues early and drives resolution independently
• Attention to Detail - Ensures accuracy in purchasing data and execution
• Continuous Improvement Mindset - Actively seeks ways to streamline processes and improve outcomes

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS : Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.


Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to .

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Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer


We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.