Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Company Profile

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family‑owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long‑term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity. At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Reporting directly to a Purchase Manager or Senior Buyer, the role is primarily responsible for the commercial management of a portfolio of parts and/or services required within a particular manufacturing location. The role will be required to have an in‑depth understanding of the supply market to ensure that new parts and/or services are purchased competitively and all opportunities for cost reduction are highlighted and delivered.

The role is also accountable for ensuring that the supply base within that category is capable of meeting the quality and delivery expectations of the business.

The role may also include the responsibility of becoming a ‘Lead Buy’, which would then also involve creating category and/or supplier strategies, managing negotiations for the Group, supporting escalations, and ensuring that all Buying Teams are fully aligned and acting consistently.

Full Time, Exempt

Onsite in San Antonio, Texas: 13210 Palo Alto Road, San Antonio, TX 78224

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via Linked In. The anticipated application window will close on July 23, 2026.

• Establish ways to identify and quantify opportunities to reduce the cost of products and services for each category area.
• Awareness of technological and market changes that can result in delivering total cost improvements and implement best practice.
• Liaise with stakeholders assessing business requirements to ensure that they can deliver sourcing strategy.
• Deliver robust implementation plans in line with the sourcing strategy. These plans should support, but not be limited to:
  • Effective early supplier engagement.
  • Cost saving projects.
  • Tendering.
  • Contracting.
  • Capacity management.
  • Supplier performance targets.
  • Monitors progress of strategies and modifications in line with the changing business environment plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Comfortable in an in‑person office environment.
• Technical competence is a plus.
• Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level.
• Must have excellent follow‑through skills.
• Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanour and be comfortable in most social settings.
• Must be open to domestic and international travel.
• Desire and proven ability to learn and grow.
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre‑employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a high‑stress environment.
• Detail‑oriented and able to work independently.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
• Ability to understand processes (system and non‑system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend…