Buyer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 26, 2026.
All About You
The Buyer is responsible for the negotiation and release of purchase orders at the right time, right quantity and within specific targets and budgets. The successful candidate will display a strong ability to use MRP/ERP system to procure equipment and services in many locations throughout the globe. In addition, experience working with providers of electronic components, electrical harness, HVAC systems is a plus.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred. Equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree required.
- 4+ years professional procurement/sourcing experience required
- Strong attention to detail, target driven, working knowledge of shipping documentation
- Specific knowledge with ERP (SAP, QAD or similar) systems
- Familiarity with ISO standards
Responsibilities
- Choose and secure adequate source(s) of supply through implementing sourcing strategies.
- Develop feasible sourcing scenarios supporting projects implementation, having challenges, opportunities, and restrictions clear amongst suppliers and key stakeholders.
- Project Cost Management, w/development/tracking/implementation of cost reduction initiatives
- Get involved (on demand) and lead discussions with suppliers related to quality issues and poor performance, w/led support from the Supply Chain SQE
- Implement Continuous Improvement practices while following Safety procedures
What We Offer
Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.
We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About Us
Saft is a global battery company like no other! Our long experience and pioneering spirit, combined with our unique industrial approach, puts us in a leading position to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a different in every market sector they serve.
Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites, Saft has more than 4,300 employees around the world and more than 3,000 customers across a range of industries.
Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company that produces and markets various forms of energy, including oil, biofuels, natural gas, green gases, renewables, and electricity. With 100,000 employees, TotalEnergies is committed to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to as many people as possible. The company operates in approximately 120 countries and places sustainability at the core of its strategy, projects, and operations.