• Job Description

  Req#: 102671

  There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

  John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

  Primary Location: United States (US) - North Carolina - Kernersville
  Function: Supply Management / Logistics
  Title: Buyer - 102671
  Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

  Your Responsibilities

  As a Buyer for John Deere Kernersville (JDK) located in Kernersville, NC, you will r eact appropriately to changes in system-generated material requirements to ensure an uninterrupted supply of material. In addition, you will:

  • Work with assigned suppliers to expedite or push out orders as needed.
  • Coordinate with supplier and Quality Assurance to return nonconforming material, and/or to ensure that all appropriate repair/rework charges are assigned to the supplier.
  • Coordinate with Inventory Control (JDK and Hodge) to ensure that inventory is properly stated in SAP and driving material requirements appropriately.
  • Create purchase orders, transmits orders to suppliers, and transmits forecast to suppliers.
  • Monitor open order status for assigned suppliers and works to eliminate past due orders. Work with suppliers to ensure recovery plans are in place and being followed for past due orders. Recognizes and escalates problems on a timely basis.
  • Resolve shipping, receiving, and invoicing problems to ensure accurate inventory records and prompt payments to/from suppliers.
  • Maintain detailed supplier performance data for delivery results. Analyzes and evaluates supplier performance as input to Supply Base Leaders. Communicates supplier performance data to suppliers.
  • Works with assigned suppliers to drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery; includes requesting and follow-up on formal corrective actions and recovery plans.
  • Files freight claims where JDK product is damaged in-transit and carrier is liable.
  • Monitors monthly freight invoices from Deere. Works with suppliers and Logistics to optimize inbound freight cost, lot size, and inventory levels.
  • Special projects as assigned.

  VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

  What Skills You Need

  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft Windows, MS Office, and SAP experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous experience with purchasing and/or inventory control strongly preferred (ordering, receiving, shipping, expediting, invoicing, etc.).
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Focused on continuous improvement activities.
  • Ability to work Monday through Friday, 7 am to 4 pm with flexibility and occasional Saturday coverage (once a quarter max for Saturday work).

  What Makes You Stand Out

  • Excel and PowerBi experience
  • Open to continued development
  • Previous purchasing/SAP experience

  Education

  Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

  • Bachelor's degree is preferred with a concentration in supply chain, accounting, operations management, or engineering

  What You'll Get

  At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
  • Charitable contribution match
  • Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

  Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL

  The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

  The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

  ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice

  The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

• About the company

  John Deere India Private Limited was founded in 2001. The company's line of business includes the manufacturing of farm machinery and equipment.

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