We are looking for an experienced buyer, preferably with a manufacturing background. The successful candidate will be able to excel at both the strategic &amp; functional elements of this key role. They will be responsible for some of our key Purchasing commodities, helping to create &amp; implement the overall strategy for same.General Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborates with the supply chain manager regarding maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basis</li><li>Key participant in the filling of purchase orders</li><li>Organizes purchasing requisitions</li><li>Key participant in the development of creating an accurate and efficient monitoring system</li><li>Collaborates on entering data into databases or other computerized systems to maintain up-to-date supplier and vendor information, to track purchases and the status of orders and deliveries, and to generate purchasing reports and statistics</li></ul> Experience / Qualifications<ul><li>A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands</li><li>Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation</li><li>Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results</li><li>Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity</li><li>Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)</li><li>Strong interpersonal &amp; collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers</li></ul><ul><li>To play a lead role in the formulation &amp; implementation of the strategy for the commodities under their control</li><li>To continually seek improvements in purchasing procedures and methods employed in line with the company’s strategic growth plans.</li><li>To be responsible for supplier interface including contracting, auditing and analysis, selection/de-selection and development.</li><li>To negotiate the keenest prices at the best quality in all dealings with suppliers.</li><li>To liaise with suppliers on a daily basis and develop strong supplier partnerships.</li><li>To liaise closely with all relevant departments as required.</li><li>To manage material costing and all associated material aspects on nominated customer programs.</li><li>To work closely with the materials control department in assuring the timely supply of materials into the company.</li><li>To represent the company at supplier meeting both internal and external as appropriate.</li><li>To travel to nominated trade fairs and vendor premises as and when deemed necessary.</li><li>Contribute to the overall team/departmental strategy.</li><li>Keep abreast of the latest innovations and developments.</li><li>Ensure compliance at all times with company and statutory requirements.</li><li>Participate in the day-to-day activities of the team and work effectively as a team member to ensure continuous improvement.</li><li>Meet performance measures and KPI’s set for you and your team.</li><li>Communicate in a timely and effective manner with members of your team and other parts of the business.</li><li>Participate in training opportunities.</li><li>Must have a 3+ years Buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience of Mechanical components/Injection moulding/Electronics is preferred.</li></ul> We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Sensata Technologies is committed to the provision of training, development, and promotion opportunities. Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.<h1>SmarterTogether</h1><ul><li>Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing</li><li>Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication</li><li> As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together </li></ul>Click here to view <a href="https://www.sensata.com/sensata-recruitment-privacy-policy">Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement</a>Click here to view our <a href="https://www.sensata.com/sites/default/files/a/sensata_china_recruitment_privacy_policy.pdf">Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China</a>NOTE:  If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please back out of this application and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly.  Type "FIND JOBS" in the Workday search bar.

Since 1963, Dynapower has provided power electronics solutions, along with an array of aftermarket services focused on continuous reliability and efficiency to an ever-expanding global customer base. We are a trusted leader in all types of power conversion equipment including high power rectifiers, inverters, DC/DC converters, integrated battery energy storage systems and transformers for use in hydrogen, e-mobility, energy storage, industrial, mining, defense and research applications. With headquarters and a 150,000 square-foot vertically integrated manufacturing facility in South Burlington, VT, Dynapower is collaborating with our partners and clients to shift the way our world uses power and advance our resilient, clean energy future.

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We are looking for an experienced buyer, preferably with a manufacturing background. The successful candidate will be able to excel at both the strategic &amp; functional elements of this key role. They will be responsible for some of our key Purchasing commodities, helping to create &amp; implement the overall strategy for same.General Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborates with the supply chain manager regarding maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basis</li><li>Key participant in the filling of purchase orders</li><li>Organizes purchasing requisitions</li><li>Key participant in the development of creating an accurate and efficient monitoring system</li><li>Collaborates on entering data into databases or other computerized systems to maintain up-to-date supplier and vendor information, to track purchases and the status of orders and deliveries, and to generate purchasing reports and statistics</li></ul> Experience / Qualifications<ul><li>A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands</li><li>Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation</li><li>Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results</li><li>Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity</li><li>Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)</li><li>Strong interpersonal &amp; collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers</li></ul><ul><li>To play a lead role in the formulation &amp; implementation of the strategy for the commodities under their control</li><li>To continually seek improvements in purchasing procedures and methods employed in line with the company’s strategic growth plans.</li><li>To be responsible for supplier interface including contracting, auditing and analysis, selection/de-selection and development.</li><li>To negotiate the keenest prices at the best quality in all dealings with suppliers.</li><li>To liaise with suppliers on a daily basis and develop strong supplier partnerships.</li><li>To liaise closely with all relevant departments as required.</li><li>To manage material costing and all associated material aspects on nominated customer programs.</li><li>To work closely with the materials control department in assuring the timely supply of materials into the company.</li><li>To represent the company at supplier meeting both internal and external as appropriate.</li><li>To travel to nominated trade fairs and vendor premises as and when deemed necessary.</li><li>Contribute to the overall team/departmental strategy.</li><li>Keep abreast of the latest innovations and developments.</li><li>Ensure compliance at all times with company and statutory requirements.</li><li>Participate in the day-to-day activities of the team and work effectively as a team member to ensure continuous improvement.</li><li>Meet performance measures and KPI’s set for you and your team.</li><li>Communicate in a timely and effective manner with members of your team and other parts of the business.</li><li>Participate in training opportunities.</li><li>Must have a 3+ years Buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience of Mechanical components/Injection moulding/Electronics is preferred.</li></ul> We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Sensata Technologies is committed to the provision of training, development, and promotion opportunities. Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.<h1>SmarterTogether</h1><ul><li>Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing</li><li>Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication</li><li> As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together </li></ul>Click here to view <a href="https://www.sensata.com/sensata-recruitment-privacy-policy">Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement</a>Click here to view our <a href="https://www.sensata.com/sites/default/files/a/sensata_china_recruitment_privacy_policy.pdf">Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China</a>NOTE:  If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please back out of this application and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly.  Type "FIND JOBS" in the Workday search bar.

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