Buyer
| Company | Fluence |
|---|---|
| Location | Arlington, VA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Business Management, Industrial & Systems Engineering or related field
- Experience in developing material requirements and plans to achieve project timelines
- Experience in global procurement sourcing and purchasing
- Experience in reducing the value of company-owned inventory
- Experience in logistics management – best shipping and import/export practices
- Experience in negotiating with suppliers on price, production, and terms
- Experience in demand forecasting
- Experience in quality controls and assurance
- Experience with ERP Systems
Responsibilities
- Oversee PO placement, receiving order confirmations from suppliers, and ensuring deliveries are scheduled to meet the project requirements
- Coordinate inventory planning and replenishment of raw material components
- Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery
- Support Category Management in the creation and execution of sourcing strategies
- Solicit bid proposals and review requisitions for goods and services
- Optimize supply chain operations to increase efficiency
Preferred Qualifications
- 20% domestic and international travel required