Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 130,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation systems that work seamlessly together to deliver on the promise of smart cities and communities. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. We are committed to helping our customers win and creating greater value for all of our stakeholders through strategic focus on our buildings and energy growth platforms. For additional information, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com or follow us johnsoncontrols on Twitter. What you will do? Job Scope & Purpose As a Buyer III in our organization, you will be responsible for leading the procurement strategies for Direct Materials suppliers, develop suppliers, execute savings projects, assure an adequate supplier assignation to each purchased item and support expediting processes with suppliers to assure that direct material is supplied in a proper time and that it will meet the delivery dates to minimize the risk of an inventory stock-out or revenue impact. How you will do it? Essential Job Responsibilities Manages assigned suppliers / commodities to ensure ongoing supply and appropriate pricing. Ensure the cost, quality and time-oriented supply of all required goods, materials under compliance with the respective business plans, budgets and targets. Ensure compliance to Global Procurement Policies. Improve working capital through optimum payment terms. Ensure costs are competitive with markets. Monitor vendor performance and support materials department to assure 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 Lead and coordinate savings projects. Lead and coordinate procurement assignments on NPI Projects. Set up new suppliers and manage the existing ones in Vendor Master. Manage the Suppliers within the given programs (Request for Quotes RFQ, change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, dispute resolutions etc.) Define and negotiate warranty terms and process with suppliers. Review annual supplier performance. Support to implement strategies and actions to reduce suppliers, in line with agreed targets. Support implementation of Global Commodity strategies. Implement strategies and actions to achieve FY (Fiscal Year) cost reduction goals, including PO-to-PO (Purchasing Order) reductions and rebates. Support accurate and timely reporting of key measurable. Support VA/VE projects. Present new projects or sourcing strategies in the Sourcing Board. Implementation and continuous improvement of standardization activities. Support and implement diversity strategies. What we look for? Position Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related technical area. Minimum 5 / 6 years' experience in procurement or related discipline. Strong negotiating skills. Ability to gather, relate and summarize information into logical conclusions. Strong interpersonal skills to interact with internal customers and suppliers. Solid project management skills to facilitate project/program compliance Highly motivated individual capable of handling multiple responsibilities and working independently. Demonstrated leadership, organization, planning, administration and team skills. Requires advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to use business systems software. Familiarity with SAP desired. MBA preferred Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a requirement for admission, permanence or promotion.
