Buyer, Business

We are seeking a driven and experienced Buyer to join our dynamic team in Pelzer, SC, supporting Vertiv’s rapidly expanding operations. This is a critical role within our manufacturing facility, focused on driving operational excellence, team performance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Intermediate level role in thebegbe Buyer job family. Plan and procure material to meet customer requirements at an optimal cost. Maintain inventory levels, address shortages and support product evolution daily. Responsible for securing the necessary materials to meet the needs of customers and the business. Work with a bit more complex suppliers and supply chains than at the Jr. level, in order to develop a foundation of basic practices and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and update the company ERP system with current component part information.
• Issue POs to suppliers determined by supervisor.
• Meet with local suppliers to meet the supply needs of the business.
• Utilize company sales history to forecast part needs and monitor inventory levels. Update information in the company ERP system.
• Work with the production team or company scheduler to coordinate materials to meet the scheduled timelines.
• Coordinate information between production, purchasing and shipping daily; provide availability, pricing, and shipping information; generate daily, weekly, monthly metric reports.
• Assist the management team in providing pricing updates on an annual basis.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, supply chain management, or equivalent functional experience required
• 3-5 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in MS office
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred
• Understanding of business financials

EDUCATION AND

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, supply chain management, or equivalent functional experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• No Special Physical Requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Fast-paced environment

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5.0 billion Поз revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create newavery opportunities for our people.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS
:
Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Learn and Seek Out Development

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, O, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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