• Buyer II

    Wabtec CorporationBuffalo Grove, IL 60089

    Job #2686240740

  • Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company's new website at: ~~~ .

    It's not just about your career... or your job title...it's about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters...do things that haven't been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

    At Wabtec Bus Solutions, we draw strength from our differences while we revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations. And you can too! Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "Unlock our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions. Sound like a team you would like to be part of. Come build your career with Wabtec Bus Solutions.

    Wabtec is seeking a Buyer who will be responsible for the evaluation and approval of vendors and authorized purchase orders for goods and services. Need to be familiar with a variety of field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

    Some of the job responsibilities of this position include

    • Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.

    • Selects products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items. Selects suppliers with Supply Chain Manager based on criteria such as quality certification, capacity analysis, financial analysis, etc.

    • Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.

    • Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories.

    Must have knowledge of

    • Negotiation skills.

    • Knowledge of business math.

    • Effective communication skills (verbal, written and listening).

    • Knowledge of general office practices.

    • PC skills.

    • Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

    • Customer service and telephone etiquette.

    • Organizational skills.

    • Team player.

    • Flexibility, adapt to change easy.

    • Ability to work effectively under pressure.

    • MRP System.

    Minimum Qualifications for this position require bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2+ years of experience. Strong organizational ability and excellent attention to detail. Ability to multitask; follow-p and meet deadline.

    Think you have what it takes to join our team? We would love to meet you and share with you our extensive array of employee benefits here at Wabtec.

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    Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles...people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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