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Senior Purchasing Role

The Company and the Role

Employment Opportunity: Procurement

Jarvis Products Corporation is seeking a passionate and adaptive career-minded procurement specialist for its growing business. The person chosen for this position will work directly with the Director of Procurement as a commodity buyer managing daily procurement operations. This is an exciting career opportunity promising 1-on-1 mentorship under the guidance of a seasoned career professional with decades of experience.

Jarvis Products Corporation is a leading New England manufacturer of high-end precision tools and robotic solutions based in iconic Middletown, Connecticut. Strategically located between New York and Boston, the company is international in scope with locations in nearly 30 countries and is known worldwide as an innovator producing innovative technological solutions.

If you are looking for a promising and rewarding opportunity, and you’re willing to grow and learn, we hope you apply. At Jarvis Products, we value relationships and people, and we’re looking to attract, develop, and keep top talent; so, if you’re up for a challenge, and you enjoy creative environments, and you’re seeking a professional career track worthy of your talents, we encourage you to toss your hat in the ring. It might just be the best decision you ever made.

Key duties and responsibilities:

The Commodity Buyer will manage all aspects of the supply chain and deliver the best level of TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) in Raw Material and other spend categories.
Understand global market dynamics of assigned commodities and services, and effectively manage suppliers, mitigate risk, and control cost.
Expected to be a critical thinker to drive process improvements by developing and integrating best practices across multiple functions and strategic sourcing teams.
Pursue systematic TCO reductions and value enhancements for the assigned commodities. Track KPI's and deliver reports as assigned.
Execute comprehensive RFQ process and support functional users in a timely manner while minimizing the risk and maximizing the value.
Identify and develop strategic supply sources for the assigned commodities. Manage relationships with suppliers, resolve issues, and optimize performance.
Support general business activities and requirements of the specific functional groups.
Command proficiency in commodities and buying processes and update as required.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or engineering required
At least 5 years of Procurement experience in Strategic Sourcing Management; prefer at least 3 years procuring raw materials (Steel, Iron, Al, Cu, Brass, Plastics etc.).
Comprehensive understanding of procurement and commodity management methodologies. Solid knowledge of cost drivers and supply base for assigned commodities.
Ability to champion new change efforts and processes to drive continuous improvements
Significant expertise in legal contract negotiations and risk management
Work independently and manage time and projects effectively and efficiently.
Strong negotiation and communication skills with an attention to detail. A self-starter with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability.
Proficient with computers. Advanced command of Microsoft Office 365 suite. Experience working with Infor (SyteLine) a plus.

Jarvis offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and an enriching work environment.

Seniority Level: Mid-Level to Experienced

Industry: Food / Industrial Automation

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Sourcing / Procurement

Job Type: Full-time

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