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Grundfos Buyer in Fresno, California
Buyer
Job Description
Would you like to work in an international, innovative organization, where we produce high-quality solutions and are constantly looking to enhance existing and develop new offerings? Are you eager to join a professional team and work directly with our products? Then we have an interesting position in Grundfos for you.
Grundfos is seeking an experienced Buyer. The Buyer will be responsible for addressing commercial issues during the validity period of an agreement while fulfilling tasks linked to the strategic sourcing process (STS) purchasing and/or supplier relationship management process (SRM). All activities are carried out with regards to local and regional categories & suppliers and/or a particular business segment characterized by low to medium business impact and/or low to medium complexity. This position will report directly to the Master Planner and will operate on a hybrid schedule out of the Fresno, CA facility.
Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.
Your main responsibilities:
Draft and propose long term sourcing strategies.
Execution of sourcing strategies by using the existing Purchasing Tools.
Execution of supplier negotiations and carry out the tendering process (eRFI, RFQ’s and e-auctions).
Propose supplier and negotiate overall purchase conditions.
Review suppliers’ capacities and drive improvement initiatives.
Regular follow up with suppliers on performance against target and agreed development activities.
Optimize supplier portfolio while building up and increasing market knowledge.
Ensure contract coverage and drive cost out initiatives.
Your background:
We imagine that you have:
A bachelor’s degree in a supply chain discipline is preferred, but experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
A minimum of 3-5 years of similar experience in Buying or Purchasing is required.
Knowledge of closed looped manufacturing principles and MRP theory is highly preferred.
Ability to work independently with limited supervisor and direction.
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
Analytical aptitude with the ability to statistically analyze and interpret data.
Intermediate working knowledge of Excel and Power BI.
Advanced working knowledge of SAP is preferred.
Proven ability to successfully lead/or facilitate process improvement teams.
In Fresno, CA the annual salary range for this position is $70,000-$94,000. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Fresno, CA.
What’s in it for you?
Whether it’s developing leadership skills or advancing your expertise even further, we’ll support you with continuous learning and development opportunities, to help discuss and steer your long-term Grundfos career path. You’ll be welcomed from day one into an inclusive, trusting environment guided by six core values. (https://www.grundfos.com/about-us/our-purpose-and-values)
In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:
If you’ll be working from your home office, we’ll make sure you are well equipped with a workstation. However, you are always welcome to or offices where you can engage, learn, and have fun with colleagues.
On top of it, flexible working hours; 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
Competitive medical insurance rates through medical, dental, and vision plans; and a 401(k)-match program.
Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programs.
Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
Do you want to learn more?
If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact the recruiter, Andrea Micovic at amicovic@grundfos.com.
If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”.
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Grundfos needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) and pay transparency. (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
We look forward to hearing from you. * *
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Job details
Application deadline: ASAP
Workplace: Hybrid (office and home-working)
Job Location: Fresno, California, United States
Contract Type: Full-Time
Employment Type: Regular