Operational Buyer - SATX

Company Profile With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.   At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.   At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.   Position Type Full Time, Exempt   Location San Antonio, Texas   Benefits and Other Compensation JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.   Application Process Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on November 27, 2026.   Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities Work with assigned vendors for all aspects of purchasing functions Work with Aftermarket Manager and Group Purchasing to support JCB Service - Includes pricing, lead times, MOQ’s, and key purchasing responsibilities Negotiate NA domestic pricing and process price change requests Create new schedule agreements Investigate invoice issues and work with suppliers to resolve Set up new vendors and extend part numbers in SAP Process Techwebs as required Process daily buyer worklist Work with NPI team to ensure JCB Service is included in the process and ready for launch of new product Process supersessions Other duties as assigned   Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree 5+ years in strategic purchasing experience pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.   Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel: Advanced Level) applications and ERP Purchasing system (preferably SAP) Demonstrated ability to delegate and manage tasks issued to independent reports such as suppliers and cross functional team members Knowledge of product costing, accounting in a component of manufacturing environment, and commodity pricing and foreign currencies Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of management Skilled in project management, reporting and presenting information, and statistical analysis Practiced in negotiations and conflict resolution Ability to read and interpret bill of materials, engineering drawings, standards and specifications Experience with the product development and NPI process from ‘Concept’ to ‘Production Release’ (ISIR/PPAP) Knowledge of industrial and quality principles, including: process layout, standard operating procedures, SPC (Cpk, Cmk, Ppk), PFMEA, Lean Six Sigma, APQP, 5S, ISO TS16949, ISO 14000, Kaizen, etc. Knowledge of product costing, accounting in a manufacturing environment, commodity pricing and foreign currencies Knowledge of international trade requirements for importing and exporting products, INCO terms Understanding of implications and challenges related to domestic and international sourcing Experience with standard practices, legal requirements and international purchasing terms and conditions Autonomous and entrepreneurial work ethic Knowledge of supply chain, materials management, and road/ocean freight Ability to take direction well and work with minimal supervision   Job Conditions Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature changes.   Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk. The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   Equal Opportunity Employer JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.   Reasonable Accommodation Statement JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at hrsupport@jcb.com.   JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.   Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.