Senior Buyer

Job Duties

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 support the component manufacturing sites including Shoreview, Canada locations, and Newington and will require some travel. . 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 http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

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

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Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Vet

As an equal opportunity employer, Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnams Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Westinghouse for assistance.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

3 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55126

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

34138

Job Benefits

Not specified