Eaton’s Aerospace Group, Interconnect Technology Division (ITD) is currently seeking a Sr. Buyer to join our team. This position is based at our City of Industry, CA location. Position Overview: As a Sr. Buyer, you will drive purchasing practices to assigned commodity and apply strong knowledge to ensure products meet quality, delivery, and specification requirements at the lowest possible costs. Identify new suppliers, negotiate price, analyze trends, expedite orders, manage ERP SMART rules, shortage resolution, and supplier capacity within functional area of responsibilities. 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. In this function you will: Coordinate sourcing strategies and supplier rationalization initiatives with Aerospace Commodity Management to ensure both plant and Aerospace goals are achieved. Prepares reports and other correspondence for use by Eaton SCM professionals. Coordinate material requirements with production schedules, customer requirements, and provides feedback to scheduling and management. Ensure compliance with applicable contract flow down (FAR, DFAR, ITAR, etc.). Acts and applies skillful negotiations with internal and external suppliers; creates problem solutions and settles disputes; develop win-win resolutions, and creates positive relations with tact, diplomacy, and expert judgment. Be an active participant in continuous improvement and problem solving. Support potential miss to ensure on time completion of critical orders, be proactive. Possesses expert knowledge and applications skills in the value chain process; and is recognized as an expert in analyzing and interpreting cost drivers when developing cost out strategies. For area of responsibility manages item parameters and settings in MRP system, minimizes past due sales dollars, quality issues, resolves supplier shortages, customer on-time delivery. Work with suppliers to develop continuous improvement plans regarding on time delivery and quality. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Supply Chain Role. This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of (enter location) will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Preferred qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and/or a focus in Supply Chain Management 3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain Management with increasing responsibilities Supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably the Aerospace Industry Process Certifications (CPIM). Position Criteria: High Level Computer Skills (Excel, One Note, MFGPRO, SAP). Proficient in the development and tracking of internal metrics. General knowledge of ERP and procurement processes. Strong communications and customer care skills when interacting with both internal and/or external customers. Sound knowledge of supply chain and purchasing reporting systems. Sound knowledge of Eaton commodity products and supplier resources. Sound knowledge of supply chain and purchasing requirements. Sound knowledge of quality assurance and reporting accuracy. Sound knowledge and applications skills of process improvement. This position requires the incumbent to apply analytical and problem-solving skills, which includes a strong knowledge of supply chain and purchasing problem solving tools. Incumbent should possess statistical tools application skills. This position drives value by defining problems and eliminating root causes and creates supply chain solutions for process improvements. Strong communication skills for internal and external customer interactions. We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. 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 day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. 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. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: AER ITD 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?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Indeed Sponsored Job: Yes – SB Rob’s Team