What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer/Planner position at Enersys?
EnerSys® is an industrial technology leader serving the global community with mission critical stored energy solutions that meet the growing demand for energy efficiency, reliability and sustainability. We are driven by a passion to provide people everywhere with accessible power to help them work and live better. Our people are our strength, an endless resource for innovation, insight and enthusiasm.
This position will report to our EnerSys Energy Systems business, which serves the telecom, cable broadband, industrial, renewable, and data center markets. Our portfolio combines our stored energy expertise with power systems, enclosures, and renewable energy products to deliver world-class solutions for diverse applications such as 5G, broadband, Internet of Things (IoT), data center, and solar power. Our cutting-edge technology includes Lithium batteries, Fault Managed Power Systems, and Extended Run Time battery backup systems that improve the reliability and resiliency of broadband networks.
EnerSys has over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. Some of our brands include PowerSafe, DataSafe, and Genesis batteries; Cordex power; and Outback Power renewable energy products. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.
Job Purpose
Manage and ensure the purchasing and scheduling of materials, services, and/or equipment for the assigned purchasing portfolio, within the set procurement policies and guidelines, to ensure an uninterrupted and timely supply at optimum cost within specifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews and schedules customer orders on a daily basis
- Contact potential vendors, perform reference checks, review quotations and evaluate each purchase requisition for the most appropriate methods of procurement
- Review purchase orders for accuracy
- Establish priorities for assigned commodities with key vendors and ensure priorities are maintained
- Maintain effective communication with both internal and external customers
- Interface with all levels of management both internally and externally
- Continuously strive to reduce the cost of assigned commodities
- Interact with engineering department to assist in the sourcing of materials, with respect to cost, quality, and availability of materials
- Generate reports per specified processes that measure key buyer performance metrics
Qualifications
Minimum
- 2-3 years experience in a similar position
- At minimum High School Diploma, preferred Associate's or bachelor's degree in procurement or a related field
- Knowledge of software programs, including MS Office, etc.
Preferred
- Foreign language is a plus, English a must
- A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills.
- Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced quickly changing environment.
- Knowledge of MRP and ERP
- 2-4 year college degree or higher in business or related field
General Job Requirements
- This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled
