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Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard - your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer:

• Competitive salaryand bonus

• Relocation assistance available

• Paid vacation with additonal paid holidays and sick time

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care- available day one!

• Developmental opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

You will be responsible for procuring materials and products in accordance with the company's standards and procedures. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of goods to support operational requirements.

How you will do it

• Analyze MRP demand and replenish stocks in a timely manner.

• Place purchase orders and expedite delivery of materials to assure receipt in accordance with production program requirements.

• Review open requirements through the Follow Up or Open Order Report and expediting or defer when necessary.

• Monitor vendor performance trough the OTD and assures proper feedback and corrective actions are in place to improve vendor development.

• Assure that problems relating to delivery, pricing and invoicing are promptly conveyed to the vendor and resolved in a timely manner per standard procedures to avoid material shortages.

• Provide forecast to the specify vendors according to schedule.

• Update purchasing parameters to ensure material availability and optimum stock levels.

• Implement Material related Projects.

• Resolve discrepancy problems in a timely manner.

What we look for

• University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3 Years suggested minimum experience, in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to read and understand MRP reports, stock status reports, material variance reports, and customer order shortage report

• Knowledge in running queries on the AS/400 or equivalent database

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build relationships with suppliers.

• Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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