Buyer II at JBT Corporation in Sandusky, Ohio

Job Description:

JBT Corporation

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org

You may also call Megan Meagrow at 844-286-4524 if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.


Buyer II

US-OH-Sandusky

Job ID: 2024-12011
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Sourcing, Procurement

JBT Corporation

Overview

Overview

JBT is a diverse, global company with many needs for international management talent and great opportunities for experienced graduates. Our businesses are worldwide and opportunities are broad in scope.

Start your career with us.

Being a global company allows us to present you with a number of career opportunities. JBT is one of the largest solutions providers to the global food processing industry. The largest food processors within the fruit, vegetable, meat, poultry, seafood and bakery industries are among our customers.

BENEFITS - Start from day 1!

JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match - up to 6.5%
• Company paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• Annual Bonus Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement (*eligible after 2 years)

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs transactions and coordinates internal and external activities related to the procurement and distribution of parts, equipment and materials to assure 100% material support of site manufacturing and sales plans. Responsible for maintaining vendor relations, reviewing and processing requisitions, authorizing payments to vendors (within JBT’s Global Authority Matrix) and participating in the supplier evaluation process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of duties, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

Control Panel Sourcing- awards jobs, manages supplier capacity, transactional management and vendor management for all electrical components and controls panel outsourcing with suppliers	40%
Strategic Project including improving engagement between purchasing and engineering to streamline process improvements for electrical components/control panels, defines the process of engagement with suppliers, managers cost drivers and optimization of components to drive on time delivery	20%
Analyze MRP/APS outputs and other sources of purchased part demand for completeness. Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for parts, equipment and services accordingly.	20%
Effectively monitor supplier performance to deliver on time to the internal customer satisfaction and to satisfy overall delivery to external customers. Ensure proofs of shipment for vendor drop shipments are provided in a timely manner.	5%
Manage day to day supplier relationships, enforce prices and other commercial terms for the benefit of JBT. Participate in cost savings projects supporting PNA and central teams in deployment of new suppliers, parts and processes, manages the Engineering Change Notification process for purchased items. Monitors past due levels from suppliers and works with them to minimize risk.	5%
Monitors projects and exception reports to identify part availability issues and communicates to all parties involved. Works with Operations Manager and Warehouse Lead to identify item stock outs and work with vendors to expedite deliveries when required. Works with supply base to align gaps to better service customers.	5%
Interact with Accounts Payable to ensure all backup documents have been provided and invoices approved to ensure suppliers are paid according to terms.	2.5%
Performs other duties as assigned and will serve as back-up for Buyers in Further Processing	2.5%

• Additional responsibilities to be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration. Equivalent Purchasing/Supply Chain experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Buyer or Supply Chain Specialist in a manufacturing environment

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must have experience with and a thorough understanding of; MRP, Purchasing, Supplier negotiation, ERP systems, and Materials/Inventory Management

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

• This position reports to: SIOP Manager
• Number of Direct & Indirect Reports: 0

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment:

Spends most of time in an office within the plant. Exposure to possible shop hazards are occasional and include noise from machinery and forklift traffic.

Physical Demands:

Frequent sitting, walking, and operating a computer.

This job description is a summary of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisor, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships o to with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go too to www.careeronestop.org

You may also call (844) 286-4524 if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.

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