Senior Buyer

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Senior Buyer you will purchase goods, materials and components and services following specified cost, quality, and delivery targets. You will report to the Supply Chain Operations Team Lead and be located at our Shoreview, MN location. Hybrid Work Schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support RFQ/RFP process including the pricing, delivery, and Terms & Conditions
• Manage the procure to pay process from engagement to Purchase Order issuance and resolve issues with our teams
• Manage On Time Deliveries with suppliers and internal clients/requisitioners (plants, project)
• Manage the creation of new vendors in the Approved Supplier List
• Explore alternate sources for goods and materials, plan and share with Buyers
• Conduct risk analysis of suppliers considering material cost trends and capacity constraints
• Facilitate contract change activities
• Resolve scope or cost increases, net terms, supplier claims and disputes and guide cost savings.
• Coach junior supply chain professionals (Buyers)
• Coordinate work to meet volume and plant's requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Supply Chain or Business degree preferred.
• 3+ years' experience in in operational supply chain, nuclear or technical areas
• Knowledge of P2P (Procure to Pay), Record to Report, Order to Cash, Make to Order/ Manufacture
• We prefer knowledge of manufacturing, assembly or distribution of equipment and associated suppliers.
• We prefer knowledge of SAP MRP, Material Masters, Purchasing Info Records (PIRs), Source Lists, and Purchase Order automation processes.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $64,800 to $81,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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