Senior Buyer

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Xylem Services USA LLC's Morton Grove, IL's office seeks a Senior Buyer.

Duties include:

(i) analyzing and processing authorized requisitions by establishing sources of supply and issuing financially binding purchase orders to obtain needed materials and services; (ii) maintaining the design of the current and future product design changes according to market needs; (iii) implementing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships; (iv) creating plans to achieve cost saving targets; (v) negotiating purchase contracts and follow-ups on delivery and quality compliance; (vi) recommending design change to customer product and initiating new supply programs; and (vii) researching to benchmark suppliers and processes. Telecommuting permitted one (1) day weekly. Must have a bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Engineering (any), Supply Chain, Accounting, or a related field, plus three (3) years of related work experience as a Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products or related occupation. Must also have three (3) years of experience with/in: (i) maintaining inventory levels and part ordering policies in MRP software systems; (ii) analyzing and interpreting MRP reports and taking appropriate courses of action; (iii) Production, Inventory Control, and Quality improvement; (iv) managing suppliers of delivery and quality performance; and, (v) data collection, outsourcing and communication with procurement team. Must also have two (2) years of experience with/in: (i) specifications, drawings, product life cycle, bids, and quotations related to purchasing or product design and follow up; and (ii) handling purchasing and product design. Telecommuting permitted one (1) day weekly. Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $96,500 to $133,800. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. The offered salary may vary within this range based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

Apply at:

https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/. Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation Our Talent Community is a great way to stay connected to learn more about our high impact culture initiatives and latest career opportunities! Tell us more about yourself and help recruiters find you if there's an opportunity that aligns with your background, skills and interests. Join our Talent Community Today! Want to know what kind of Impact you can make? Our goal is to optimize water access and quality, and promote responsible consumption, so that communities across the globe can thrive. Through Xylem Watermark, our Corporate Citizenship Program, we provide and protect safe water resources for communities around the world by engaging all stakeholders and educating about water issues. Learn more by clicking here - Working at Xylem (https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/working-at-xylem/) Inclusion and Belonging at Xylem Inclusion and Belonging are fundamental to how we enable our customers to tackle global water challenges. Learn more about our commitment to Inclusion and Belonging. (https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/inclusion-and-belonging/)