Senior Buyer

What you will do

The Senior Buyer will report to the JCI/Security Products Operations Director and is responsible for supporting day-to-day operational purchasing needs in collaboration with 3rd-party manufacturing partners. This role includes overseeing purchasing requirements for our R&D facility in Belfast and select partner R&D locations in North America, as well as facilitating inbound and outbound shipments.

How you will do it

• Processing purchase orders using Sage and Ariba.
• Managing orders on supplier online portals.
• Handling internal order processing from the Distribution Centre and obtaining pricing using SAP.
• Receipt and validation of purchase orders/material requisitions.
• Oversight and reporting of Material Request processes on SharePoint.
• Resolving invoice queries on platforms such as Ariba and Basware.
• Facilitating out-of-cycle payments when needed.
• Collaborating with vendors and the Accounts Payable team to address payment issues.
• Ensuring vendors are enabled on Ariba and assisting with invoice uploads.
• Setting up new vendors and maintaining vendor information in Sage and Ariba.
• Coordinating global shipments and adhering to trade compliance standards.
• Assisting with customs clearance and maintaining shipment documentation.
• Conducting monthly audits for customs clearance compliance.
• Managing spend requests through 3rd-party manufacturing partners.
• Processing goods inward and distributing goods within the Belfast R&D facility.

What we look for

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or Lean preferred. 
• 4+ years in a demanding purchasing role, with hands-on procurement or buying experience.
• Experience in ERP systems and process optimization.
• Background in purchasing within the Electro/Mechanical industry.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of profit margins, market trends, and financial accounting.
• Negotiation & Influencing: Ability to secure favourable terms, manage contract disputes, and build long-term vendor relationships.
• Systems Proficiency: Advanced IT literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel, and experience with supply chain or ERP software (e.g., SAGE, SAP, Ariba).
• Communication Skills: Excellent analytical and communication abilities, ensuring clear and effective interaction with teams and vendors.

This position not only demands expertise in procurement practices but also a proactive approach to improving processes and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and organizational levels, aligning with JCI's principles of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.