Johnson Controls

Senior Buyer - Direct Materials

Concord-Ontario-Canada · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$120kDetected 21 days ago

NegotiationSAPSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementERPPerformance ManagementThermal AnalysisLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters.
However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.
If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary procurement contact for assigned contract manufacturing partners.
Lead regular operational reviews to monitor delivery, inventory, capacity, lead times, and overall supplier performance.
Escalate risks and drive recovery plans when supplier performance falls below expectations.
Develop mitigation plans for shortages, allocation situations, and end-of-life components.
Support inventory optimization initiatives while balancing service and cost objectives.
Lead RFQ execution and supplier quotation activities in support of new product introductions, supplier changes, and cost reduction initiatives.
Drive corrective action plans and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.
Support sourcing board, supplier selection, and procurement compliance requirements.
Support supplier development activities and implementation of Johnson Controls supplier standards.
Support procurement activities associated with product launches and engineering changes.

Requirements

Maintain uninterrupted supply of components and finished goods required to support customer demand.

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or buyer experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in electronics, security, intrusion, controls, or related industries.
Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Knowledge of direct material procurement and global supply chains.
Experience leading supplier business reviews and performance improvement initiatives.

Compensation

$90,000 - $120,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance.
The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role.
However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.
If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.
To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates.
All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

Benefits

This position includes a competitive benefits package.

Company info

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Johnson Controls is seeking a Senior Buyer to support our Security - Intrusion business. This role is responsible for managing strategic and day-to-day procurement activities associated with our Contract Manufacturing partners while ensuring material availability, supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and operational execution. The successful candidate will serve as the primary procurement interface between the business and assigned contract manufacturers, driving supplier performance and supporting business objectives across quality, delivery, inventory, and cost.
Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Johnson Controls is seeking a Senior Buyer to support our Security - Intrusion business.
This role is responsible for managing strategic and day-to-day procurement activities associated with our Contract Manufacturing partners while ensuring material availability, supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and operational execution.
The successful candidate will serve as the primary procurement interface between the business and assigned contract manufacturers, driving supplier performance and supporting business objectives across quality, delivery, inventory, and cost.
Security - Intrusion Product Portfolio
Direct Materials Procurement
Contract Manufacturer Relationship Management
New Product Introductions (NPI)
Supply Continuity and Risk Mitigation
Commercial Execution and Procurement Operations

Equal opportunity

Johnson Controls' Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ("AODA").
When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
To request accommodation, please contact us.
Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential.

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