Buyer - thyssenkrupp nucera USA Inc

About us:

thyssenkrupp nucera offers world-leading technologies for high-efficiency electrolysis plants. The company has extensive in-depth knowledge in the engineering, procurement, and construction of electrochemical plants and a strong track record of more than 600 projects with a total rating of over 10 gigawatts already successfully installed. With its water electrolysis technology to produce green hydrogen, the company offers an innovative solution on an industrial scale for green value chains and an industry fueled by clean energy – a major step towards a climate-neutrality. thyssenkrupp nucera successfully made an IPO in July and is a member of the SDAX of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since September.

Job Summary:

A Buyer has a thorough understanding of the total process flow and knowledge of the procurement and expediting systems and a working knowledge of the inspection, logistics and site material receiving systems. They work on assignments that are complex in nature, where judgment is required in resolving problems and making recommendations. They work under the supervision of the Project Procurement Manager. Other requirements may include strategic sourcing for manufactured parts or negotiating framework agreements.
 

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Mitigate Risk for the benefit of the Company and its Clients
• Coordinates with project specific assigned buyers, expeditors and logistics coordinators. Project personnel may be located at the same office location, or remotely in other time zones. Project personnel may also not be direct employees.
• Assist management in strategic sourcing initiatives related to the Company’s Intellectual Property
• The project specific developed strategy shall include coordination with all stakeholders to ensure that the total cost to project is considered along with establishing which strategic purchasing tools shall be used such as e-auction, cluster management, and other cost saving levers.
• Order placement in the ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics).
• Work with assigned expeditors, as required, contacting suppliers to obtain timely submission of production progress, documentation, shipment plans and delivery.
• Expedites actions as needed (e.g., order action, stakeholder coordination, OS&D reports, etc.).
• Evaluate production schedules, shipping dates and progress reports from suppliers to determine if their programs and work progress meet jobsite, QA, and engineering requirements.
• Understands the company product, the execution strategy of the Supplier, its procurement and subcontracting strategy, the key engineering and manufacturing steps, and the associated risks.
• Understands the risks of the PO and proactively develop mitigation measures with the relevant project stakeholders
• Compiles data needed to prepare the critical items reports (oversized or hazardous shipment) or other supplementary reports as required.
• Coordinate the accumulation of data to include in procurement status reports
• Participates in kick-off/procurement meetings to review and discuss schedules and potential problem areas that may impact required shipment dates as required.
• Ensures the logistics coordinator coordinates shipping arrangements or tracking requests with the project buyers/expeditor as required.
• As required, trips to Site or Supplier locations.
• Solicits bids, analyzes quotations received, and selects recommended suppliers. May interview prospective suppliers.
• Purchases items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, technical specification, schedule and in line with Company policies and procedures.
• Sets priorities and reconciles conflicting interests over the duration of a project.
• Demonstrates through actions an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Pre-qualifies Suppliers according to company procedures and prepares bidder's lists from Company approved suppliers.
• Maintains manual or computerized procurement records, such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and communications.
• Ensures all orders are completed, invoices received with backup documentation, and delivered as per the commercial requirements established.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental are core values of our company!
• You will be expected to actively promote, support, and participate in the INCIDENT FREE philosophy and work in a safe manner at all times.
• In addition to office safety training, you might be required to visit field projects. In such case, additional Site Specific HSE training for these work environments will be provided.

Education / Experience:

• 5 years’ minimum experience as a Buyer in the Engineering industry, with preference on buying for the renewables, power, petrochemical, heavy industrial plants or process industries.
• Additional industries may be considered based on experience gained.
• Bachelor's in supply chain or any related field
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and experience with supply chain, including purchase, expediting, logistics, inspection, receiving, asset and inventory management procedures
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions.
• Working knowledge of commercial and legal aspects of procurement
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of strategic sourcing and/or manufacturing of products
• Must be able to work in a multicultural environment with colleagues in different time zones.
• Knowledge of framework agreements
• Ability to work effectively from home, the assigned office, or a hybrid arrangement.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Your benefits:

•  Flat hierarchies and short decision-making routes
• International work environment in interdisciplinary and multinational teams
• Very good development opportunities either in a specialist or in a management function
• Hybrid Schedule 
• Medical & Dental Insurance - Company Paid
• Vision Coverage - Company Paid
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• STD/LTD - Company Paid
• Paid Time Off (25 days)
• 401(k) Plan & Match

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