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
* Processing purchase orders using Sage and Ariba.
* Managing orders on supplier online portals.
* Handling internal order processing from the Distribution Centre and obtaining pricing using SAP.
* Receipt and validation of purchase orders/material requisitions.
* Oversight and reporting of Material Request processes on SharePoint.
* Resolving invoice queries on platforms such as Ariba and Basware.
* Facilitating out-of-cycle payments when needed.
* Collaborating with vendors and the Accounts Payable team to address payment issues.
* Ensuring vendors are enabled on Ariba and assisting with invoice uploads.
* Setting up new vendors and maintaining vendor information in Sage and Ariba.
* Coordinating global shipments and adhering to trade compliance standards.
* Assisting with customs clearance and maintaining shipment documentation.
* Conducting monthly audits for customs clearance compliance.
* Managing spend requests through 3rd-party manufacturing partners.
* Processing goods inward and distributing goods within the Belfast R&D facility.
What we look for
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
* Master’s degree or certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or Lean preferred.
* 4+ years in a demanding purchasing role, with hands-on procurement or buying experience.
* Experience in ERP systems and process optimization.
* Background in purchasing within the Electro/Mechanical industry.
* Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of profit margins, market trends, and financial accounting.
* Negotiation & Influencing: Ability to secure favourable terms, manage contract disputes, and build long-term vendor relationships.
* Systems Proficiency: Advanced IT literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel, and experience with supply chain or ERP software (e.g., SAGE, SAP, Ariba).
* 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.