Buyer - 2 years fixed- term

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Responsibility for issuing and launching timely orders to suppliers based on the commercial conditions and parameters of the ERP system
• It ensures (responds) that materials, equipment, machinery and other accessories are ordered and delivered in a timely manner, in order to complete the manufacturing process
• It ensures that the materials and products are purchased always taking into account the best price-quality proportionality
• It ensures (responds) that the raw material is delivered respecting the aspects regarding time, quality and quantity
• Analyses the price differences between the PO and the invoice and responding for the settling with the supplier, or inform the superior
• In case of quality problems related to the parts and suppliers under its responsibility, it follows and responds for the solving of the commercial problem after closing of the complaint (scrap, replacement, credit note) from quality point of view
• Identifies and manages the emergencies in the supply chain, informing the superior
• Where appropriate, it deals with logistics issues
• It makes certain that the stock does not exceed the limits of the allocated budget
• During the collaboration with the supplier it’s following up that the terms of the contract are respected
• Participates at continuous improvement activities
• Ensures that the ERP system is complete and constantly updated with activity-specific information regarding: suppliers, products, price, delivery terms, and other procurement-specific items
• Responsible for the checking and sending the financial documents for the purchase of goods or services to the financial department according to the internal norms
• Knows and applies the procedures and instructions of the quality system
• Guiding suppliers to ensure that they are working according to the nVent quality policy and standards

YOU HAVE:

• Specialized university degree or equivalent experience
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good analytical, planning and organizing skills
• Flexibility/adaptability
• Knowledge of computer operation (office package)
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Fluency in English

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Attention to detail - by carefully observing details, you achieve thoroughness and accuracy in your activities
• Communication - good oral and written communication skills
• Software utilization - ability to use ERP software and management software applications

WE HAVE

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
• Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nVent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.