Senior Buyer
What you will do
The Senior Buyer will report to the JCI/Security Products Operations Director and is responsible for supporting day-to-day operational purchasing needs in collaboration with 3rd-party manufacturing partners. This role includes overseeing purchasing requirements for our R&D facility in Belfast and select partner R&D locations in North America, as well as facilitating inbound and outbound shipments.
How you will do it
1. Processing purchase orders using Sage and Ariba.
2. Managing orders on supplier online portals.
3. Handling internal order processing from the Distribution Centre and obtaining pricing using SAP.
4. Receipt and validation of purchase orders/material requisitions.
5. Oversight and reporting of Material Request processes on SharePoint.
6. Resolving invoice queries on platforms such as Ariba and Basware.
7. Facilitating out-of-cycle payments when needed.
8. Collaborating with vendors and the Accounts Payable team to address payment issues.
9. Ensuring vendors are enabled on Ariba and assisting with invoice uploads.
10. Setting up new vendors and maintaining vendor information in Sage and Ariba.
11. Coordinating global shipments and adhering to trade compliance standards.
12. Assisting with customs clearance and maintaining shipment documentation.
13. Conducting monthly audits for customs clearance compliance.
14. Managing spend requests through 3rd-party manufacturing partners.
15. Processing goods inward and distributing goods within the Belfast R&D facility.
What we look for
16. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
17. Master’s degree or certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or Lean preferred.
18. 4+ years in a demanding purchasing role, with hands-on procurement or buying experience.
19. Experience in ERP systems and process optimization.
20. Background in purchasing within the Electro/Mechanical industry.
21. Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of profit margins, market trends, and financial accounting.
22. Negotiation & Influencing: Ability to secure favourable terms, manage contract disputes, and build long-term vendor relationships.
23. Systems Proficiency: Advanced IT literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel, and experience with supply chain or ERP software (e.g., SAGE, SAP, Ariba).
24. Communication Skills: Excellent analytical and communication abilities, ensuring clear and effective interaction with teams and vendors.
This position not only demands expertise in procurement practices but also a proactive approach to improving processes and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and organizational levels, aligning with JCI's principles of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.