Buyer Analyst - Temporary

at  nVent

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field is an asset.
• 3+ years of experience in material distribution is required.
• Must be a self-starter and possess excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, JDE or ERP system).
• Proven analytic and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated skills in attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to recommend and present ideas and solutions to groups at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to project future business process needs and services across the organization.
• Strong organization, planning, and decision making ability.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external, and establish credibility with business partners.

• Assist with the day-to-day buying activities for business and projects.
• Place Purchase Orders for MRP requests.
• Update PO delivery dates and PO values in JDE.
• Proactive expediting of Purchase Orders.
• Key point of contact for Accounts Payable for PO/Invoice reconciliation.
• Support Warehouse team with OS&D’s.
• Vendor Set-up and document management.
• Maintain Expedite report for all project material purchases.
• Work in cost reduction projects for the department.
• Work collaboratively with procurement, materials, warehouse and project teams to ensure corporate and departmental objectives are achieved and maintained.
• Liaise as required with Project Services and Accounts Payable departments, as well as other internal business units.
• Assist with developing, communicating, maintaining, and improving policies, procedures and standard templates for the procurement and materials processes.