Job Description

Position DescriptionAt a GlanceLegrand has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer II to join the Data Center Power & Control Divison in Tuas, Singapore. The Buyer II performs tasks associated with ordering and expediting finished goods, components, packaging materials, raw materials, and MRO commodities. Pro-active and direct communication with suppliers is vital. Process Purchase Orders (POxe2x80x99s) & Transfer Orders (TOs), place and expedite orders, and resolve related problems of significant complexity. Participate in internal projects as assigned.What Will You Do?

• Manages supplier relationships and works to improve xe2x80x9coverallxe2x80x9d supplier performance.
• Plans and issues purchase orders in support of engineering and production.
• Manage purchasing activities to ensure that sufficient parts are on hand to meet short range schedules for make-to-order products.
• Monitors and communicates supplier performance for delivery, quality, and cost management.
• Implement commodity strategies to ensure long-term, cost-effective supply of materials.
• Evaluates SL data, weekly inventory reports, and other data resources in determining purchase order quantities.
• Research potential Suppliers and/or Service Providers to meet sourcing requirements, as applicable.
• Performs other Procurement-related administrative tasks including, but not limited to, Invoice Discrepancy Resolution, Payment Authorizations, Compiling Statistical data and Reports, Maintaining Partnership meeting minutes, etc.
• Maintains Supplier Management processes (e.g. qualification, selection, evaluation, development, classification); update supplier evaluation systems to obtain and the best suppliers and ensure transparency.
• Establishes inventory requirements by studying manufacturing history and production forecasts.
• Plans work and personal development goals, working in conjunction with manager as needed.
• Follows-up on acknowledgements and open purchase order reports to eliminate bottlenecks.
• Contributes to the implementation and ensure usage of globally defined methods, processes, and systems to ensure high process efficiency and process compliance.
• Identifies and follows-up on internal customer issues, implement approved process improvements resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

QualificationsRequired SkillsEducation:

• Diploma or bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• At least 3-5 years relevant work experience - preferably in the manufacturing process industries.
• Possess relevant Inventory Management & knowledge of Supply/Demand Planning is an added advantage.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• MRP or ERP software experience, Infor Cloud preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent negotiation skills.
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities for multiple projects and assignments.
• Strong desire to promote positive change.
• Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently as well as work well in groups.
• Complex problem-solving skills - ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical thinking skills xe2x80x93 able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Well-developed communicates skills; able to clearly and concisely express information (or data) to associates, peers, and management.
• Knowledge of customer principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Proactively driving continuous improvements & demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to multi-task managing multiple customer accounts simultaneously.
• Ability to use MS Outlook, Word and Excel proficiently.

Personal Qualities/Behaviors:

• Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting, and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.
• This position will have exposure to the manufacturing areas where, under certain areas, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.
• Regularly required to stand; walk and communicate with others.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs (11.3kgs) occasionally.

Company InfoAbout LegrandLegrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visitAbout Legrand North and Central AmericaLegrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Companyxe2x80x99s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visitAbout Legrandxe2x80x99s Data Center Power and Control DivisionThe industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrandxe2x80x99s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.Equal Opportunity Employer

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