Buyer

Full-time | PRD | Location – Olathe, KS, 66022

Purchase products for an assigned commodity group with guidance from senior team members and management. Learn and apply understanding of supply chain concepts and negotiation skills to identify cost savings and ensure fiscal benefit to TVH. Want to be part of a global company ? Apply today!

YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supplier management: registration, evaluating opportunities, create & manage contracts, analyze and expand supplier portfolio and problem solving

• Purchase/PRD and procurement: search sellable items, compare sources, create product relations, BOMs negotiate, RFQ, create purchase requisitions and sample orders, maintain orders, reschedule, shipping and receiving

• Provide product and category insights to category manager

• Quality management: analyzing results of the samples and providing technical support (e.g. to sales)

• Maintain and update technical information

• May also include: role of global supplier/product responsible

HOW TO SUCCEED / YOUR PROFILE

We’re looking for someone who can come up with simple solutions to complex problems. To join us you need:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Technical proficiency; Parts Data, Oracle, Excel etc. 

• Knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes and practices

• In depth technical knowledge of the assigned product range

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Knowledge of compliance regulations

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and requirements

• Think and act global

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You’ll be part of a people-centric culture, where your well-being matters.  Our comprehensive package offers standard benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, plus unique benefits such as our onsite health clinic and our incredible dollar for dollar 401(k) match up to 6%. At our HQ, there’s an on-site preschool, restaurant and where you can get active or enjoy our regular team get-togethers. 

We also offer:

• Opportunities for professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house/external training courses

• Hybrid Working Schedule

PEOPLE ARE AT OUR HEART

TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.

ABOUT TVH

TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and believe our differences make us stronger. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.