Buyer - Indirect

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution.

Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

Summary

The “Buyer Indirect” will be based in Dallas, TX.

This role will be coordinating activities involved with procuring indirect materials.

Responsibilities

• Using different forms of caring- e-auction, sealed, open care.
• Procurement of non-standard materials on aQuire basis.
• Ongoing and close participation with cross-functional teams, the global IP team and the Flex GBS team.
• Processing the requests received in the aQuire system within 48 hours, sending out the request for proposal.
• Compare the offers and select the best one - Cost and Quality.
• Interpreting contracts, dealing with the legal department representative and cross-functional areas, arranging signatures and ensuring mailing.
• Managing the recruitment of suppliers.
• Tracking goods from procurement to receipt.
• Overall management of global projects, knowledge of KPI's and drive to meet them.
• Agile participation in English language conference calls, meetings, representing the IP team
• Constant liaison with suppliers and peers.
• Knowledge of and compliance with the procurement processes defined in the integrated management system.
• Sending out samples, organizing transport with the help of transport managers where necessary.
• Requesting and documenting safety data sheets.
• Continuous monitoring, maintenance and updating of minimum stocks (as part of the job).
• Handling and processing of Titan and AP.
• Preparation and recording of reports.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Use of the following tools may be required: Office Skills, Comprehensive vision, Strategic thinking, Drive for continuous improvement, Project level thinking, Positive attitude, Proactive, contributing attitude, A sense of control, good communication skills, Precision, Good team work, Business mindset, Defined personality, Integrity, English language skills.
• Minimum 2+ years experience as a Buyer.

Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.

We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance.

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