Senior Buyer

Location: Hodges

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Senior Buyer. This role will take place in Hodges/Greenwood, SC and has relocation assistance for qualified candidates within the United States.

In this role, you will manage end-to-end order execution and supply chain coordination, ensuring accurate planning, scheduling, and fulfillment aligned with customer commitments and business objectives. You will oversee purchase order management, logistics, and supplier performance while collaborating cross-functionally to maintain seamless operations from order placement through delivery and invoicing. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills to monitor production, transportation, and risks, while proactively managing pricing, forecasting financial impacts, and ensuring alignment with demand and operational requirements.

Occasional international travel, including at least one annual trip to China, is required to support supplier relationships and operational excellence.

As we transition from Hodges to our expanded Greenwood site, you'll join a rapidly growing Busway operation positioned for long-term success. We're targeting ~$1B in annual sales by 2030 through increased capacity, stronger supply-chain resiliency, and continued volume growth. This move is a chance to help shape the next phase of our manufacturing footprint and contribute to the operational gains driving our growth.

Simply put: it's a great time to be at Eaton - and an even better time to be in Busway.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

Supplier Quality & Development

• Drive supplier quality development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Initiate and manage PPAP processes as required.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance (delivery, responsiveness, accuracy, and compliance).

Order & Supply Chain Management

• Own purchase orders end-to-end, including placement, accuracy, acknowledgments, updates, and closure.
• Oversee order management processes, including pricing, date management, and PO tracking.
• Ensure alignment of orders with approved parts, MOQ, packaging, lead times, and demand forecasts.
• Maintain accurate order tracking, including status, shipments, risks, and closure details.

Planning, Capacity & Customer Fulfillment

• Manage capacity planning, scheduling, and demand alignment to ensure on-time order fulfillment.
• Coordinate shipping schedules, due dates, and customer commit dates to meet delivery expectations.
• Maintain customer protection stock levels (min/max) and ensure timely replenishment.

Logistics & Execution

• Manage logistics and transportation activities to ensure efficient and timely delivery.
• Monitor production, transit, and delivery performance; proactively identify and escalate risks.
• Ensure shipment documentation accuracy (parts, quantities, references, dimensions, etc.).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate cross-functionally to support warranty and DMR activities for JV partners.
• Partner with Customer Service, Planning, Shipping, Logistics, Finance, and JV teams for direct shipments.
• Communicate supply status, constraints, and recovery plans to key stakeholders.

Commercial & Financial Support

• Oversee pricing elements, including commodity changes, tariffs, and logistics costs.
• Support invoicing and financial forecasting by validating shipment milestones and sales timing.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Finance, or a related field that is completed now or by 2028.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain, order management, logistics, or planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mandarin language skills and/or experience in China/working with Chinese companies.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills - Clearly convey supply status, risks, and updates to internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Cross-functional collaboration - Work effectively with Customer Service, Planning, Logistics, Finance, and external partners.
• Attention to detail - Ensure accuracy in purchase orders, shipment documentation, pricing, and tracking data.
• Problem-solving mindset - Quickly identify issues in supply, production, or transportation and drive solutions.
• Time management & prioritization - Balance multiple orders, deadlines, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive thinking - Anticipate risks, shortages, and delays…