Description

　　Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Junior Buyer/Procurement Analyst to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will effectively select, manage, and optimize the supply chain to support all activities related to distribution fulfillment, service, assembly, facilities, MRO and or capital equipment. Carry out broad assignments involving the negotiation and purchase of critical or strategic items, requiring technical or specialized knowledge and experience. Form strategic alliances with key suppliers through the execution of a quantitative supplier certification program. Aggressively improve sourcing, costing, and quality goals. Proactively develop new suppliers where preferred suppliers are inadequate. As a Junior Buyer/Procurement Analyst, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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　　Who You Are

　　You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Junior Buyer/Procurement Analyst.

　　Who We Are

　　With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

　　What you’ll do with “Our Training and Your Experience”

　　Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.

　　Properly communicates all requirements, specifications, etc. to suppliers in a timely and thorough manner, working closely with Project Managers, Service Technicians, Installers, Warehouse, Accounting and Quality.

　　Execute the contract purchasing and streamline backorder reporting for installation schedule

　　Effectively coordinate inventory control from contract use to reutilize for margin

　　Assist PM’s, Service, Engineering and Installers in the competitive sourcing and the qualification of components while developing programs to support new product launches.

　　Actively Manage, track, and report product lead times and shipping status to installation and service teams for planning purposes.

　　Actively determine and manage item cards in the ERP system. Determine and enter key attributes including but not limited to item card maintenance, lead times, cost, primary and secondary suppliers, sourcing rules, reordering policy, unit of measure and category codes.

　　Negotiate, and manage annual supplier pricing contracts to ensure favorable Purchase Price Variance in support of company objectives.

　　Manage supply base to deliver to the highest “quality” level and “on time delivery” performance in the industry.

　　Solicit and analyze quotations for new and mature items and negotiate and award supplier contracts in support of company cost initiatives.

　　Assist in RFP and RFQ’s for customer bids.

　　In conjunction with management, manages supply base via source selection process, supplier evaluations, account reviews, quality ratings and on-site visits as required; coordinates activities as necessary with Engineering.

　　Adhere to all corporate authorities relating to purchasing authority and code of conduct.

　　Coordinate vendor credit transactions as related to return and credit of non-conforming product to suppliers.

　　Accurately maintains up-to-date records of quotations.

　　Communicates certificate of compliance, MSDS and other pertinent correspondence requirements in conjunction with the company's safety standards.

　　Effectively optimizes inventory levels through proper planning and purchasing practices that aligns with company objectives.

　　Properly follows all safety policies and procedures.

　　Reviews and communicates CAR’s (Correct Action Report), deviations and delivery performance metrics with suppliers to support effective supplier performance.

　　Performs all other duties as assigned.

　　Company Benefits and Perks

　　Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:

　　Company Holidays and Paid Time Off

　　Fun & Laughter Day Off

　　Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

　　Life insurance & Disability Plan

　　Wellness Program

　　401K Matching Plan

　　Colleague Assistance Program

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　Competitive salary and compensation plan

　　Vehicle reimbursement plan

　　Corporate Social Responsibility Day

　　And much more…

　　Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

　　Visit our Convergint careers site (https://www.convergint.com/careers/career-opportunities/) to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)