Eaton’s IS VEH EMB division is currently seeking a Sr Buyer. **What you’ll do:** Procurement of various goods and services in order to meet plant goals of OTD, DOH, Productivity and Schedule attaintment **Job Responsibilities and authority:** 1. Maintain communication and updates with internal customers regarding material availability and risks 2. Follow up with Sourcing team in cost out projects 3. Communicate and coordinate with product line supervisors/leaders and purchasing teams to ensure schedule attainment and recovery if required 4. Root cause analysis of materials delays and implement improvement actions for Suppliers OTD 5. Planning and ordering the necessary materials following ERP system 6. Maintain inventory levels of materials in accordance with the objectives set monthly. 7. Expedite overdue materials to prevent the lack of raw material 8. Escalations using plant tools such us GPS (shortages) and SPIR (price changes) 9. Have direct communication with suppliers regarding material usage as per forecast 10. Follow up on MRB and create corrective action plans 11. Troubleshooting problem bills to pay our suppliers, avoiding the suspension of our credit 12. Inventory analysis to provide inventory reductions actions 13. Provide the necessary support to production to achieve finished product goals 14. Procure materials following plant and coorporate regulations (QA, SCM) \#LI-MV1 **Qualifications:** **Education level required:** + Bachelor Degree. + APICS preferred **Years and area of experience required:** + 3-5 years in similar position with electronic components and or automotive industries **Skills:** **Competencies required:** + Problem Solving Tools (A3, PDCA, 5WHY's, etc.) + ERP/MRP System (SAP) + Bilingual (English/Spanish) + Experience in Electronics or Automotive industry + Experience in raw material purchasing **Soft skills:** + Strong communication and presentation skills. + Understanding of key financial metrics. + Strong analytical/problem solving skills working with other functions. + Strong negotiation skills. \#LI-MV1 We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.