Job Functions:

At Rolls-Royce, we see sustainability in the field of drive and energy solutions as both the biggest challenge and biggest opportunity of our time. That's why we have set targets to reach Net Zero by 2050. In our Power Systems division, we have set an even more aggressive target to reduce our CO2 emissions by 35% by 2030 (from 2019 levels). It is within Power Systems that we provide world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solutions brand, mtu.

Innovation takes curiosity, and that is the force that drives us. We promote a corporate culture of respect, trust and curiosity. These are thing thinks that give rise to passion to move things forward and improve them for the future. Our goal is to create an engaging environment where all employees can fully develop themselves and their potential.

1. Process purchasing award summaries and purchasing documents for suppliers directly related to maintenance, repair and operational goods and services within RRPS global compliance policies
2. Develop sourcing lists and monitor supplier performance
3. Assertively resolve all pricing, invoicing and contract related issues with the suppliers
4. Negotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliers, especially for goods and services utilized at RRSA operational facilities in Aiken, SC and Mankato, MN
5. Analyze supplier cost / pricing information and benchmark the competition
6. Manage purchase requisition queue and vendor invoice management queue
7. Maintain open communication between internal departments, management, and suppliers
8. Actively identify, drive and support cost savings initiatives
9. Support the implementation of a standardized process approach utilizing common forms, measurements, and structure
10. Maintain good housekeeping practices
11. Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct
12. Perform special projects as required.

Posting Title:

Buyer, Non-Production

Location:

MTU Aiken Plant (Graniteville, SC)

Functional Area:

Purchasing

FLSA Code:

EXEMPT

Employment Type:

MUS - Salaried

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Materials Management, Finance or Packaging Engineering, and 3 years of procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management experience; or 7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management
2. Experience handling confidential, sensitive matters with discretion
3. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others
4. Strong negotiation skills
5. Strong working knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures
6. Strong financial/cost analysis skills and problem-solving ability when issues are complex
7. Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills
8. Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills, and the ability to understand the needs of the internal customer
9. Self-starter with the ability to work independently with little direction
10. Good ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documents
11. Ability to learn commodity processes at supplier locations
12. Ability to travel on a limited basis
13. Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite

1. Specific knowledge of site professional services and facilities management procurement processes
2. SAP experience

Work Environment:

Shift:

Office (First)

Job Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Full Time