Buyer

The Buyer – Direct Procurement at Schneider Electric is responsible for managing sourcing and supplier performance for components used in energy management and automation solutions. The role supports Schneider’s “Local for Local” strategy, driving competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability of the supply base.The Buyer will work closely with global category teams, engineering, quality, and manufacturing to ensure cost-efficient, reliable, and sustainable sourcing, while enabling localization and supporting Schneider Electric’s operational excellence.Key Responsibilities Sourcing Execution & Category AlignmentExecute sourcing strategies aligned with Schneider Electric’s Global Category Management framework.Lead RFQs, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations in line with defined commodity strategies.Manage sourcing of: Electrical enclosures and panelsSheet metal and fabricated partsPlastics and injection-molded componentsElectromechanical assemblies and hardwareEnsure compliance with Schneider Electric technical, quality, and regulatory standards Supplier Development & Performance ManagementIdentify, qualify, and onboard suppliers aligned with Schneider Electric standards and Code of Conduct.Assess supplier capabilities across: Manufacturing processesQuality systemsCapacity and scalabilityMonitor and drive supplier KPIs: On-Time Delivery (OTD)Supplier Quality (PPM, defect rate)Lead time performanceCost productivityConduct supplier business reviews and drive corrective action plans. Cost Competitiveness & ProductivityDeliver annual productivity and cost reduction targets in line with Schneider Electric procurement goals.Perform should-cost analysis and benchmarking.Drive Value Engineering / Value Analysis (VE/VA) initiatives with engineering and suppliers: Design-to-cost improvementsMaterial optimizationProcess efficiency enhancementsLead fact-based negotiations leveraging cost models and market intelligence. Procurement Operations & Digital ToolsManage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier data in SAP and Schneider Electric digital procurement systems.Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and audit requirements.Track order execution, resolve supply issues, and ensure material availability.Maintain high data accuracy and reporting standards. Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate with: Global Category ManagersEngineering (design and industrialization)Quality (supplier qualification and audits)Planning & LogisticsManufacturing teamsSupport new product introduction (NPI) and industrialization projects.Participate in: PPAP & APQP processesFirst Article Inspection (FAI)Supplier corrective action. Localization & “Local for Local” StrategySupport Schneider Electric’s regionalization and localization roadmap.Develop local supplier ecosystems to improve: Lead timesSupply continuityCost efficiencyContribute to risk mitigation through dual sourcing and local capacity development. Sustainability & Responsible SourcingDrive Schneider Electric’s sustainable procurement commitments, including: Decarbonization of supply chainEthical sourcing complianceSupplier sustainability assessmentsPromote environmentally responsible materials and processes.Ensure alignment with Schneider Electric’s CSR and ESG targets. Risk & Resilience ManagementIdentify supply chain risks (geopolitical, operational, financial).Implement mitigation plans, including alternate sourcing and buffer strategies.Ensure business continuity for critical components.Required QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.MBA in Supply Chain/Operations is an advantage.Experience5–10 years of experience in direct procurement within industrial, electrical, or energy management sectors.Experience Working In a Multinational Or Matrix Organization Preferred.Let us learn about you! Apply today.Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!€40 billion global revenue+9% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countriesYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter hereSchneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.