Material Management Buyer

Material Management Buyer

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 everyday with us!

The Electrification & Automation (E&A) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing in our Future Grids portfolio to create the power distribution grid of the future. We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We're looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you'd make a great addition to our team!

We are looking for a Material Management Buyer. This position will be based in Wendell, NC. Join a team that powers the future of electrification and automation! Siemens Industry, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Material Management Buyer to support our Electrification and Automation Business Unit. In this role, you'll be at the heart of our supply chaindriving smart procurement strategies, ensuring seamless material flow, and collaborating with top-tier vendors to deliver excellence.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between suppliers and manufacturingown the supply chain with confidence.
• Generate and manage Purchase Orders (SAP) with precision and speed.
• Proactively identify and resolve material shortages before they impact production.
• Monitor and drive supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance.
• Prepare and analyze supplier KPIs to support continuous improvement.
• Facilitate supplier onboarding and setup processes.
• Navigate Siemens procurement tools (SAP, EZ Suite, IOL, GMDM, SCMStar) with ease.
• Issue POs for capital equipment via oneSRM.
• Participate in supplier qualification for key components.
• Lead negotiations for Purchase Orders and pursue year-over-year cost savings.
• Ensure full compliance with Siemens buying guidelines and terms.
• Collaborate with Supplier Quality and Engineering teams to resolve non-conformances.
• Support GR / IR issue resolution and exception handling.
• Help shape commodity strategies for assigned spend categories.
• Provide backup support to fellow procurement team members.

Qualifications

You'll win us over by having the following qualifications :

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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.

Organization : Smart Infrastructure

Job Type : Full-time

Category : SCM-Procurement / Supply Chain Logistics