Buyer

Job Title

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer. This is an on-site position located at our Jonesville, SC facility.

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, developing, and managing procurement activities to support plant production requirements.

You will manage end-to-end purchase order execution, supplier coordination, logistics, and material planning to ensure on-time delivery, inventory optimization, and alignment with business objectives.

• Manage purchase orders from placement through closure, including accuracy, acknowledgments, updates, and issue resolution.

• Execute order management activities, including pricing, delivery date management, PO tracking, and risk mitigation.

• Monitor supplier commitments and proactively address supply disruptions.

• Monitor and communicate supply status, constraints, and recovery plans to stakeholders.

• Ensure orders align with approved parts, MOQ, packaging, lead times, demand forecasts and other related parameters.

• Manage Supplier Price Increase Requests (SPIR) and ensure proper review and approval processes.

• Coordinate logistics and transportation activities to ensure efficient and timely material delivery.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support DMR/RMA processes and supplier-related quality issues.

• Manage supplier relationship and performance to support cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives.

• Maintain purchasing records, including pricing, price breaks, supplier contracts, and procurement-related documentation.

• Support supplier selection and procurement activities by issuing RFQs, reviewing supplier quotations, negotiating pricing and terms to achieve optimal cost, quality, and delivery performance.

• Participate in special projects and supply chain improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 10 years in supply chain role within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in MRP Planning, Purchasing and/or other Supply Chain related areas within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in SAP.
• No relocation offered, candidates within 50-mile radius considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• APICS CPIM or related supply chain professional certifications.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.