Buyer
Prysmian Cables & Systems
Buyer
Prysmian Cables & Systems
World's largest maker of electrical cables
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
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Job Summary:
The Buyeris responsible forensuring uninterrupted material availability to support manufacturing operations through effective purchasing, inventory management, supplier coordination, and procurement activities. This role manages a large portfolio of raw materials, works closely with suppliers andlogisticspartners, and partners with internal stakeholders across supply chain, receiving,logistics, and operations tomaintaininventory levels and support production requirements. The Buyer will play a critical role inmaintainingmaterial flow, resolving supply challenges, and supporting overall operational success.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to production performance while gaining exposure to procurement, planning, inventory management,logistics, and supply chain operations within a growing manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will initially partner with an experienced buyer before transitioning into independent ownership of assigned material categories.
Job Duties
Manage 400+ raw material SKUs to ensure adequate inventory levels and uninterrupted material availability for production.
Create,maintain, and manage purchase orders to support production and inventory requirements.
Communicate daily with suppliers and third-partylogisticsprovidersregardingdeliveries, transportation schedules, material shortages, and order status updates.
Monitor inventory levels and proactivelyidentifypotential shortages, delays, and supply chain risks before theyimpactoperations.
Expedite materials and reschedule orders as necessary to maintain production continuity.
Resolve receiving discrepancies and coordinate issue resolution with suppliers, receiving teams, and internal stakeholders.
Conduct monthly cycle counts and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
Maintain purchasing, inventory, and material management data using Excel and procurement systems such as Coupa.
Collaborate with supply chain,logistics, receiving, operations, and production teams to support businessobjectivesand material flow requirements.
Build andmaintainstrong supplier relationships to improve delivery performance, responsiveness, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
Analyze inventory trends, lead times, and supplier performance metrics to support continuous improvement efforts.
Required Qualifications
Associate'sorBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, orrelatedfield. Equivalentexperiencesmay be considered.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, buying, procurement, supply chain, orrelatedfunction.
Experience managing inventory levels, purchase orders, material availability, and supplier relationships.
Strongproficiencywith Microsoft Excel, including the ability to navigate,maintain, and managepurchasingand inventory data.
Experience balancing multiple priorities, lead times, shortages, and expedited orders in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communicationskills with the ability to effectively interact with suppliers,logisticsproviders, and internal stakeholders.
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with inventory control, demand planning, production planning, or materials management.
Experience using Coupa or other procurement/ERP systems. Training will be provided.
Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and reporting capabilities.
Compensation:
The typical base salary range for this role is $62,000.00 to $92,000.00.
Actualplacement within this range will be determined by factors such as relevant, experience, education, skills and geographic location.
What Will Make You Successful
Strong senseof urgency and ownership.
Ability to proactively identify and resolve inventory and supply chain challenges before they impact production.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced procurement environment
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Passion for supplier management,purchasingexcellence, and continuous improvement.
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Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
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World's largest maker of electrical cables
Prysmian Cables & Systems is the world’s largest cable manufacturer by revenue, producing a wide range of electrical and communications cables and systems. Its products include high- and medium-voltage power cables, telecom cables, and fiber-optic solutions. These cables are built from conductors (like copper or aluminum), insulation, shields, and protective jackets, and are installed in infrastructure for power transmission, distribution, and data networks. Prysmian’s fiber and cable offerings enable reliable data transfer and energy delivery across buildings, cities, and grids. The company differentiates itself through its global scale, a history of strategic acquisitions (notably Draka in 2011 and General Cable in 2017) that expanded its footprint and product breadth, and a strong focus on cash flow to fund growth. Its goal is to maintain leadership in the cable industry by providing comprehensive, integrated cabling solutions for energy and communications infrastructure worldwide.
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