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Buyer

East Granby, United States

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Buyer to join our East Granby, CT team. You will be tasked with procuring materials, services, and supplies needed for production, maintenance, and general use. You will handle purchase orders, maintain inventory levels, ensure supplier communication, and support overall materials operations. This is a key position that ensures our supply chain runs smoothly and efficiently.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Monitor and maintain supply levels for shop floor and office needs.
Plan, create, release, and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules.
Track order status and update delivery dates as needed.
Provide regular reporting, including open orders, inventory on hand, and month-end inventory reports.
Use Kanban and Oracle systems for planning future purchases.
Manage vendor lists by adding/removing qualified vendors and setting parameters.
Verify Letters of Conformity or Certificates of Compliance.
Process international shipment documentation and ensure compliance.
Build strong, positive relationships with vendors.
Support the Materials Manager and participate in 6S and Safety programs.
Contribute to team success by assuming other relevant duties as needed.

Who You Are:

You make sound decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment. You efficiently prioritize and plan work to meet goals and align with organizational objectives. You take initiative and are eager to address new challenges with proactivity and energy.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years of previous purchasing or procurement experience
Strong understanding of the Kanban system.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems (Oracle preferred).
Ability to sit for extended periods and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Familiarity with ISO documentation and compliance verification.
Prior experience with international shipments and documentation.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values .

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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