Electronics Buyer​/Planner

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Posted 16 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100042

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Nortek Data Center Cooling is a Madison Industries company.  Madison Industries is one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world and has a robust portfolio of indoor air quality solutions. Madison builds entrepreneurially driven, branded market leaders that are committed to making the world safer, healthier and more productive by creating innovative solutions that deliver outstanding customer value.

At Nortek Data Center Cooling, we’re shaping the future by Creating a Better Tomorrow Every Day!  We are a premier HVAC company offering energy efficient and sustainable products and solutions that exceed customer expectations through our employees’ commitment to quality, customer experience and operational excellence.

Nortek Data Center Cooling. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nortek Air Management and its divisions offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HAS and 401(k) Plan with company contributions.

To apply , please visit our career site at  Benefits:  
* Making Nex Gen Products - Cooling the World’s Ever Expanding Data Centers   
* Airconditioned work environment
* Benefits start day one   
* 401K match   
* First year, 4 weeks’ vacation (accrued)# Electronics Buyer/Planner – Data Center MRO (REMOTE)## Position Summary The Buyer – Data Center MRO will be responsible for sourcing and procuring maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) components required to support field service, installation, and repair activities for a leading data center OEM. This role ensures critical spare and replacement parts are available and delivered on time to field locations and service teams.

The Buyer will identify and secure both common and hard-to-find components, maintain supplier relationships, and support uptime and service continuity across data center operations.##

Key Responsibilities
* Procurement & Sourcing
* Source, quote, and purchase MRO components, repair parts, consumables, and service materials for data center equipment.
* Identify alternate sources and negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply.
* Proactively locate hard-to-find or obsolete components through OEM, aftermarket, and broker channels.
* Logistics & Delivery Coordination
* Ensure parts are shipped, tracked, and delivered to field sites or service centers on time to prevent downtime.
* Coordinate with service managers, field technicians, and logistics teams to confirm parts availability and expected arrival dates.
* Manage expedited shipments and emergency repair orders with a focus on responsiveness and communication.
* Supplier & Inventory Management
* Maintain accurate supplier records, price lists, and preferred vendor databases.
* Partner with suppliers to ensure product quality, documentation, and compliance with OEM specifications.
* Support inventory accuracy by tracking purchase orders, receipts, and stock levels for critical spares.
* Continuous Improvement & Process Discipline
* Assist in standardizing MRO procurement processes, preferred supplier lists, and stocking strategies.
* Analyze spend, lead times, and vendor performance to identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities.
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen sourcing agility and service reliability.## Qualifications

* Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

* Experience:

3–5 years of procurement experience, preferably in MRO, field service, HVAC, or data center…