Eaton’s Electrical division is currently seeking an Associate Buyer to join our team. This position is based at our Costa Rica facility. The Associate Buyer is responsible for Purchases and arranges timely deliveries of assigned items, supplies, and materials; expedites as needed and acts as liaison between vendors and users, getting prior approval for purchases in excess of established limit. Transactions may involve occasional modification of standard and common usage items, supplies, materials, and/or services. Conducts studies of material costs and supplier services and recommends changes in purchasing procedures to improve service and/or reduce cost, interviews sales representatives and vendors. Some activities related with the position will be: Understands how to skillful negotiations with internal and external suppliers, solve problems, settle disputes; develop win-win resolutions, and develop positive relations through tact, diplomacy, and good judgment. Comprehends how to define and apply complex data analysis and analytical tools for process improvements. Understands and applies process channel knowledge for acquiring materials and/or services in order to ensure delivery requirements for commodities and/or service customers. Possesses fundamental and sound knowledge of the value chain process; and possesses the ability to analyze and interpret cost drivers when applying cost out strategies. Understands how to utilizes and apply project management tools and techniques for procurement applications. Prepares reports and other correspondence for use by Eaton SCM professionals. Observe and follow the Environmental, Quality and Health rules required for this position. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger #LI-MM3 Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration or related field. Good communications and customer care skills when interacting with both internal and/or external customers. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of supply chain and purchasing reporting systems. Knowledge of Eaton commodity products and supplier resources. Good knowledge of supply chain and purchasing requirements. Sound knowledge of quality assurance and reporting accuracy. Knowledge and application skills of process improvement. 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: Latin America Organization: EPG LAC Latin AmericaCaribbean Division Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: No