Sr. Buyer - Project Management

Job DescriptionTitle: Sr. Buyer - Project ManagementPioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you'll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.Position Summary:This position is responsible primarily project management of different projects with the procurement organization. This position will act as Sr. Buyer Project Manager, will also purchase other goods and service for the company in an efficient and economical manner following established policies and proceduresKey Accountabilities:Manage Projects from order to close out: Project scope and goal definition, work break structure, scheduling, risk management and commercial management.Lead a cross functional project team. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.Prepare and deliver project progress reports to executive management.Develop, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to accomplish material cost, availability and inventory goalsNegotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliersAnalyze supplier cost / pricing information and benchmark the competitionTroubleshoot/analyze continuous/reoccurring quality problems and work with supplier to resolve them, in a commitment for continuous improvementOrganize and facilitate product teams for problem-solving, issue resolutionMaintain supplier quality and delivery through assessment, evaluation and ongoing monitoringReview and analyze MRP to procure purchased components to assure timely delivery of production line requirementsSupport engineering, sales and production by providing supplier delivery and open order data in order to assist in the most cost-effective utilization of materialsMaintain Part data and PO data with integrityAssertively resolve all pricing, invoicing and contract related issues with suppliersWork/Communicate with order management, sales, engineering, production, accounting, and quality department on any part related issues/questionsMaintain inventory levels that allow efficient production while attaining inventory and cost savings goalsPromote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of ConductPerform special projects as requiredBasic Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, and 5 years of procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management experience; or 9 years of experience in procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain managementMust be a US Citizen or Permanent ResidentPreferred Qualifications:Excellent negotiation skillsExcellent working knowledge of purchasing practices and proceduresExcellent financial/cost analysis and problem-solving skills when issues are very complexStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with othersStrong organizational, planning, and follow-up skillsStrong oral, written and presentation communication skills, and the ability to understand the needs of the internal customerExcellent ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documentsSelf-starter with the ability to work independently with little directionAbility to travel - domestic and international on a limited basis and learn commodity processes at supplier locationsKnowledge of production planning, supply chain and/or materials management processesProficient with PC and MS Office Suite Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and productsSAP experienceEngineering or technical degreeGerman language skillsRolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.Job Posting Date05 Mar 2025; 00:03Pay Range$78,778 - $118,168-AnnuallyLocation:Mankato, MNBenefitsRolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.PandoLogic. Keywords: Purchasing Agent, Location: Mankato, MN - 56002

Created: 2025-03-06