Job Details
Strategic Buyer
**ASnapshot of Your Day**
We are currently seeking a proactive and
detail-oriented Strategic Buyer to join our dynamic team. The Strategic Buyer
will be involved in the supplier development, sourcing and procurement
materials to optimize the cost, reduce the lead time and develop the
supply-chain to achieve the target volume on-time for the assigned products/
components and will develop relationships with internal stakeholders and become
a valued partner in the sourcing process..
**HowYou'll Make an Impact**
+ ·Develop and implement commodity strategies todrive long-term agreements and cost reductions.
+ ·Conduct supplier negotiations across multipleregions (USA, China, Mexico, etc.) to achieve savings and optimize paymentterms.
+ ·Ensure compliance with global procurementprocesses, guidelines, and IT systems for efficient operations.
+ ·Manage supplier selection, qualification,evaluation, and development processes.
+ Providedetailed cost analysis and supplier offer evaluations, identifying improvementopportunities (e.g., cost structures, ToCO).
+ ·Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering,R&D, Production, Quality) to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
**WhatYou Bring**
· Strong
knowledge of purchasing fundamentals including RFQ's and Negotiation Concepts.
+ Bachelor'sdegree (desired) or equivalent / High School Degree Diploma
+ 1-3 years of Procurement/SupplyChain experience
+ Communicates proactively, shares knowledge consistently, andparticipates actively in international meetings.
· Demonstrates strong problem-solving, decision-making, continuous
improvement, and risk-analysis skills.
· Prioritizes effectively, shows flexibility, and anticipates,
prevents, and resolves issues proactively.
· Possesses solid technical and commercial knowledge, including
technical drawings, specifications, Incoterms, and supplier objection handling.
· Experienced with SAP or
similar ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
· Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United
States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work
authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may
be eligible for internal transfers.
**About the Team**
Switchgears Americas - Grid
Technologies CB factory located
in Richland, MS is founded in 1973, we
offer our customers products and services to transfer energy efficiently
ranging from expansion and replacing to upgrading. Richland has team a of 245 energized employees
across all functions. Purchasing is having diverse, experienced team working
for Richland business carrying out various activities including transactional
purchasing.
**Who is Siemens Energy?**
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an
energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90
countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the
growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably.
The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the
energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity
generation.
Our global team is committed to making
sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the
boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that
encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization,
new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at
Siemens Energy:
https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
**Rewards**
+ ·Careergrowth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
+ ·Companypaid Health and wellness benefits
+ ·PaidTime Off and paid holidays
+ ·401Ksavings plan with company match
+ ·Familybuilding benefits
+ ·Parentalleave
https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local
law.
We are currently seeking a proactive and
detail-oriented Strategic Buyer to join our dynamic team. The Strategic Buyer
will be involved in the supplier development, sourcing and procurement
materials to optimize the cost, reduce the lead time and develop the
supply-chain to achieve the target volume on-time for the assigned products/
components and will develop relationships with internal stakeholders and become
a valued partner in the sourcing process..
**HowYou'll Make an Impact**
+ ·Develop and implement commodity strategies todrive long-term agreements and cost reductions.
+ ·Conduct supplier negotiations across multipleregions (USA, China, Mexico, etc.) to achieve savings and optimize paymentterms.
+ ·Ensure compliance with global procurementprocesses, guidelines, and IT systems for efficient operations.
+ ·Manage supplier selection, qualification,evaluation, and development processes.
+ Providedetailed cost analysis and supplier offer evaluations, identifying improvementopportunities (e.g., cost structures, ToCO).
+ ·Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering,R&D, Production, Quality) to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
**WhatYou Bring**
· Strong
knowledge of purchasing fundamentals including RFQ's and Negotiation Concepts.
+ Bachelor'sdegree (desired) or equivalent / High School Degree Diploma
+ 1-3 years of Procurement/SupplyChain experience
+ Communicates proactively, shares knowledge consistently, andparticipates actively in international meetings.
· Demonstrates strong problem-solving, decision-making, continuous
improvement, and risk-analysis skills.
· Prioritizes effectively, shows flexibility, and anticipates,
prevents, and resolves issues proactively.
· Possesses solid technical and commercial knowledge, including
technical drawings, specifications, Incoterms, and supplier objection handling.
· Experienced with SAP or
similar ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
· Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United
States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work
authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may
be eligible for internal transfers.
**About the Team**
Switchgears Americas - Grid
Technologies CB factory located
in Richland, MS is founded in 1973, we
offer our customers products and services to transfer energy efficiently
ranging from expansion and replacing to upgrading. Richland has team a of 245 energized employees
across all functions. Purchasing is having diverse, experienced team working
for Richland business carrying out various activities including transactional
purchasing.
**Who is Siemens Energy?**
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an
energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90
countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the
growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably.
The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the
energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity
generation.
Our global team is committed to making
sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the
boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that
encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization,
new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at
Siemens Energy:
https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
**Rewards**
+ ·Careergrowth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
+ ·Companypaid Health and wellness benefits
+ ·PaidTime Off and paid holidays
+ ·401Ksavings plan with company match
+ ·Familybuilding benefits
+ ·Parentalleave
https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local
law.
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