Eaton’s Bussmann division is currently seeking a Buyer to join our team. This position is based at our Juarez facility. The Buyer is responsible for procurement of the required raw material goods necessary to support the manufacturing operations ensuring all purchasing orders are planned in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner in line with Customer required dates and proper inventory levels. Warranty MRBR metric, past due open POs performance, ME5A, Schedule agreement management & improve the DOH inventory performance. In this role, you will: Convert requisitions to PO- in line with requirements Change and maintain Purchase orders as required according to established Material Policies and Procedures. Maintain system parameters updated at all times. Coordinates effective exchange of information between purchasing, planning and production departments. Attend daily production meetings. Negotiates prices, schedule changes, coordinates supplier's material deviations, and changes for material and services with the requisitioning department as required for approval. Maintains effective contact with suppliers advising supervision / management of any changes which would affect production. Maintains –monitors and manages required inventory levels (threshold report- MZBZ reports) and executes standard work as listed on Buyer function. Completes negotiations with suppliers regarding price, terms, quality, tooling, etc. Develop and negotiate supply agreements when needed. Negotiate consignment and/or Kanban set up with supply base to assist with inventory days on hand. Maintains contact with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance and service departments to coordinate product / program requirements. Assist in training of and coordinating the activities of junior buyers as directed by Purchasing Supervisor. Ensures purchases / services are in compliance with Environmental Standards. Under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor the incumbent could provide professional direction to the other buyers. Responsible for researching / analyzing purchasing data and develop plans / procedures that will meet or exceed the objectives of the Division. Maintain invoices on hold. Will operate within Corporate, Divisional, and Departmental procedures and guidelines and display high ethical standards and conduct in carrying out their responsibilities. Negotiates resolution (as required) of Eaton claims (i.e., cost, time, rework, scrap, and labor, sorting charges) with suppliers regarding non-conforming material. Ensure to compliance Eaton’s Quality System requirements. Ensure to compliance Eaton’s Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements. #LI-SL4 Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Comply with work instruction and procedures to comply our management systems as ISO9001, ISO14001, IATF16946, CTPAT, OEA & all Eaton compliances, following standards and warranty legal requirements, quality rules, environment, health and safety. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration / Industrial Engineer, a related field, or at least three years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Bilingual English / Spanish required. Working knowledge of MRP systems. Knowledge about just in time concepts and respective production processes SAP experience. Strong background in the developing, biding and negotiating contracts is highly desirable. Self - motivated and capable of working independently with minimum direction or supervision. Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organizations is essential Preferred Qualifications: SAP experience preferred Direct material purchasing preferred Core tools Position Success Criteria: Self-Motivated Committed Action oriented Ethical Teamwork Passion Digital mind set and innovation Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. 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It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: Latin America Organization: EPG CPD UL Bussmann Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time