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Buyer

Employer
Jabil
Location
Dublin
Salary
Negotiable
Closing date
28 Jul 2021

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Sector
Manufacturing
Job Type
Permanent
Hours
Full-time

Job Details

Our client is a global electronic manufacturing solutions provider in Dublin 15. They employ over 180,000 people, across 100 sites around the world. They have enjoyed continuous, uninterrupted growth, over the last 4 years here in Ireland and are currently expanding their team as a result of business demands.


As the Buyer, you will be responsible for:

*Provide input to determine Quoted Cost to the Customer that is competitive yet maximizes the amount of Materials Price Variance (MPV).
*Developing supply base and Supply Chain strategies that are unique to customer or for Business Unit Strategic materials.
*Support customer's business needs using standard process and customized solutions where necessary.
*Work alongside the Purchasing manager and SCM to determine the best approach to meet the customer needs.
*Continuously optimize MPV by reducing the cost of materials and by limiting unfavourable PPV/MPV
*Communicate expectations to the suppliers. Conduct supplier audit / visits, certifications, and performance reviews to develop and continuously improve supply base.
*Obtain feedback from Materials Planners on suppliers' delivery, quality, and service performance.
*Quote new and existing materials while working with Materials Quotation Analyst if appropriate.
*Make sourcing decisions based on overall cost and benefit including price, duty, freight, flexibility, service, performance, quality and terms & conditions.
*Decide on mode of transport used (road, ocean, air) this will be based on demand requirements and parts criteria.
*Negotiate terms and conditions that protect the best interest of company and its customers.
*Negotiate liability terms, special stocking arrangements, and other agreements.
*Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.


Requirements:

*2-5 years' experience working as a Buyer or/a similar role
*3rd level qualification in Supply Chain or related discipline
*Experience in an Electronic Manufacturing environment would be an advantage.
*Previous experience leading process improvements/ lean manufacturing activities in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage

On Offer:
*Comprehensive suite of benefits
*Opportunity for progression in a Global business

For more information on this role or other potential opportunities please contact Gary Morrison on 01-6455221 or [email protected]

Company

Jabil is a business-to-business (B2B) engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and design services company. Many of the world’s best companies use their services to get their products to market. It’s their mission to not just help them grow, but to help them grow better, faster and more effectively. At their core, Jabil are humble and united with an unshakeable commitment to caring about our people, our communities, and our environment. That’s how they’ve built this company for over half a century and will continue with pride for future generations.

With over 260,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, Jabil's vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider. They are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment. At Jabil they strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER.

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