Senior Buyer

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeReporting directly to Purchasing Manager the role is primarily responsible for ensuring Supplier Performance is in line with the business expectations and when necessary assisting stakeholders in establishing and managing resolution issues relating to part availability. Also responsible for supporting the manufacturing location operations team in achieving their KPIs and business objectives in particular relation to supplier capacity incoming quality and supplier-related warranty issues. The role will be required to have an in-depth understanding of the supply base and be able to influence it accordingly to consistently receive the required level of service. The role will provide the link between the category management team and the business and will therefore be able to support any given change management programme that is being TypeFull Time ExemptLocationOnsite in Pooler Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler Georgia 31322Benefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 14 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesProviding local input into the creation of category category teams with developing a category execution plan and drive a system to monitor and manage supplierperformance through robust implementation plans in line with the sourcingstrategy. These plans should support but not be limited to:Effective early supplier Saving performance progress of strategies and modifies in line with thechanging business with the team to develop commercial contracts todeliver the needs of the with the business functions to ensure implementationof the with stakeholders to ensure implementation of with the category team and SDEs to monitor supplierperformance against agreed extreme scenarios will co-ordinate and manage groupallocation decisions and that the supply base supports the manufacturing siteand / or category are communicated appropriately with regardsto forward planning and significant volume supplier performance escalations from the Materials Team and have responsibility for closing Supplier Delivery 8Dsfor relevant with suppliers and customers on rectification of performance issues in relation to quality the launch activities required within the category and /or manufacturing location to ensure the supply base meets thetiming quality and cost expectations of a relevant Purchasing in the Top 10 Warranty reviews and closeout supplier related issues within the required act on alerts created from the continuous risk assessmentprocess and to ensure Business Continuity plans are in placewith appropriate duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsCategory & Supplier Management in a Global organizationCost and pricing managementPerformance & Change managementContract managementFinancial awarenessPurchasing in an Engineering and production environmentHolding and building relationships within a global matrix organizationEngineering Materials and/or Programme ManagementunderstandingGraduate or Apprenticeship qualificationsMust pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsProven change management skillsPreferably CIPS qualifiedDemonstrate effective multi-functional team workingAbility to manage changing business requirementsInfluential dexterityConflict resolution abilityPractical Problem SolvingKnowledge Skills Abilities & CompetenciesStrong problem-solving and analytical to work in a high-stress -oriented and able to work approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the to understand processes (system and non-system) troubleshoot develop and recommend working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word Excel PowerPoint Teams and Microsoft ConditionsBoth office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Remain stationary operate hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk. The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision depth perception and the ability to adjust Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.