Material Buyer (meb Poles) Job in Abb Ltd.

Join ABB and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy.

ABB is a global technology leader in industrial digitalization. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 147,000 employees and $34 billion revenue.
In India, ABB has been operating for over a century. At present, we have 40 factories at 9 locations that develop best-in-class products bringing together global expertise, with local experience. India is also home to ABB groups largest engineering design and R&D center, where our engineers work on cutting-edge technologies to develop the future offerings from engineering tools to analytics solutions.
Power Grids Division delivers products, systems, service and software solutions as part of its comprehensive power & automation offering for the grid across the generation, transmission and distribution value chain - serving utility, industry, transportation and infrastructure customers.
ABB's High Voltage Products team provides products which help enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of power networks while minimizing environmental impact. Our technology leadership continues to facilitate developments in areas such as ultra-high-voltage power transmission, enabling smart grids and enhancing eco-efficiency.

Your responsibilities

• The successful candidate for this position has experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of supply chain management concepts.
• Knowledge of import and export will be an advantage.
• Should have exposer of basic material planning based on continuous production planning.
• Candidate should have core experience of purchase and logistics management of various commodities used in industry.
• Knowledge of GST, VAT, custom clearance and other taxations is must.
• Good analytical skills with proven experience in cost cutting / cost saving activities are desirable.
• Must be familiar with ERP and SAP environment and basic experience of tools like lean manufacturing, KANBAN, and VMI.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commodities in the area of specialization, Proper record management.
• Living ABBs core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• A degree/diploma in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Experience of 4 to 6 year in a buyer role preferred from the Power Grid industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Import procurement.
• Material planning for running operation
• Extensive knowledge of SAP (PP & MM modules).
• Exposure to various in-house certification programs.
• Stakeholder Management through continuous interaction with employees and senior officials across the globe.
• Strong Follow up and Expedite Materials skills.
• Knowledge of import and export Material Handling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.