Location(s) • Fort Worth - Texas - United States of America Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Transform the every day with us! Siemens Fort Worth is looking for a Direct Buyer Professional to join their team. The position is responsible for ensuring raw material availability for our fabrication area to be able to meet customer orders on time in the most cost-effective way to meet our financial targets as well. It also supports and drives actions to improve raw material accuracy. You will make an impact by: • Manages MRP via SAP and placed Purchase Orders with internal and external vendors • Develops an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders • Works along with production and planning teams to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders and report any back ordered or missing products on a timely matter • Problem solving: Effectively escalates any supply issue to the right person in the organization • Reviews SAP data integrity including material master minimum order quantities, safety stocks, lead times, purchasing info records and provide forecasting as needed, etc. • Evaluates the current supply chain and improves it by working with our corporate resources • Analyzes large amount of data to develop sourcing strategies by component and supplier (Plan for Every Part) • Responsible for meeting the inventory targets, delivery reliability and cost-saving initiatives for the site. • GRIR (good receipts/invoice receipts) discrepancies and late purchase order processing. • Works closely with production, planning and customer service to fulfill customer requirements. • Support raw material quarters. You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications: Basic Qualifications: • BS/BA in related discipline, or advanced degree although candidates with varying degrees will also be considered based on experience. • 3-5 years of planning and purchasing experience with MRP systems in a manufacturing environment. • Advanced experience with Excel and Microsoft Office. Preferred Skills: • Advanced hands-on knowledge of SAP. • APICS CSCP and/or CPIM • Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members, customers and suppliers • Negotiation skills About Siemens: We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here. Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce: We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. #LI-VC1 #On-Site #siemenstradesperson #SiemensMFGcareer #MFGGrandPrairieTX #MFGTX You’ll Benefit From Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html The pay range for this position is $66,973 - $114,811 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. 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