Purchasing Assistant

Eaton’s IS VEH EMB division is currently seeking a Purchasing Assistant.

Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Manages the tactical commercial aspects of a specific supplier deck. In this role, the Buyer Assistant works closely with the Strategic Sr. Buyers with the assigned suppliers to negotiate agreements as required, improving supplier quality, participating in supplier selection and development activities, and establishing purchase contracts governing assigned suppliers. Emphasis is on selection and management of vendors to provide Eaton with the highest levels of quality at the lowest landed cost while insuring adequate capacity, on-time delivery, and commitment to continuous improvement. The scope includes supporting current products as well as new product development.

What you’ll do:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

A. Participates in development of commodity strategy for required commodities. This includes participation in supplier classifications based upon standard rating process, development of five year strategic road maps to successfully execute the strategy (including capital required, cost out, inflation, currency and risk).

B. Evaluates social, economic, and governmental information to determine the risks and opportunities regarding global sourcing (i.e., tariffs, dumping duties, exchange rates, etc.).

C. Decides/participates in supplier selection for material/component requirements. Work with all other Departments to assure Eaton’s customer approval on a timely basis.

D. Completes negotiations with suppliers regarding price, terms, quality, tooling, etc. Develop and negotiate supply agreements when needed. Negotiate consignment and/or Kanban set up with supply base to assist with inventory days on hand.

E. Participates in the activities (i.e., PPAP, supplier approval process, specification/print development when necessary, trials, etc.) during supplier start-up. Coordinate cost estimating and design parameters for new projects and products.

F. Coordinates the exchange of technical information regarding product and product processing with adequate safeguards for confidentiality.

G. Negotiates resolution (as required) of Eaton claims (i.e., cost, time, rework, scrap, and labor, sorting charges) with suppliers regarding non-conforming material.

H. Participates in teams working towards continuous process improvements, elimination of waste, simultaneous engineering, and advanced product quality planning.

I. Supports the corporate sponsored IDEAS program and its associated activities and tools.

J. Develops productive relationships with others in Supply Chain Management, mentoring, teaching and training.

K. Complies with Eaton standardize SCM process and policies both locally and at the corporate level.

L. Locates and develops new suppliers to improve the capability of Eaton’s supply base.

M. Identify and execute cost reduction projects in accordance with the annual individual Apex target.

N. Identify and execute inventory reduction projects to maintain inventory levels at the established targets.

O. Maintain invoices on hold below 10 at any giving time.

P. Maintain system parameters updated at all times.

Q. Ensures material availability at all times to prevent production disruptions and achieve absorption hours.

R. Develop, lead, and promote a culture in the organization that supports the expected results in the Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental system (MESH).

S. Maintain waste segregation culture.

T. Separate hazardous waste from the normal trash

U. Place waste according to the assigned containers.

V. Maintain your area clean and free of contaminants.

W. Not waste of water or electricity.

X. Report any activity that can put in risk my safety and environment.

Y. Identify and give adequate disposition to all chemical products, which can contaminate the environment.

Z. Act/Report immediately any chemical discharge case.

AA. Ensure the rights containers for disposition of hazardous waste (identifying containers and containers to prevent discharge).

Qualifications:

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or specialized degree in purchasing/logistics. MBA Preferred.

1-year of experience in supply chain management

Strong Communication and Presentation Skills

Understanding of key financial metrics

Knowledge and skills in MRP, MRPII, JIT, Lean Mfg., Kan Ban, Vendor Managed Inventory

Knowledge and experience with SAP

Strong analytical/problem solving skills

Contract Negotiating Skills

Blueprint reading skills

Knowledge of plastics injection molding industry

Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Makes Decisions/ Solves Problems. Identifies and raises issues and problems in a constructive manner. Uses sound analytical thinking to develop innovative solutions/recommendations that address problems/issues and achieve desired results. Makes effective decisions, even when dealing with limited or ambiguous information.

Drives for results. Commits to making a difference and adding personal value by continuously raising personal standards and striving for superior performance. Strives to go beyond what is expected. Assumes personal accountability for delivering on or exceeding expectations.

Promotes & Champions Change. Understands that change is required if Eaton is to remain successful and competitive. Challenges the status quo and champions new and innovative ideas. Is flexible, adaptable and demonstrate a willingness to change.

Pursues Personal Development. Learns from past experiences and applies learning’s to current situation to improve performance. Keeps up-to date on knowledge and skills specific to job/field by proactively creating and following through on development plans.

Demonstrate a collaborative style. Builds collaborative relationships with people within or outside own function. Works effectively in a diverse environment; respecting different ideas, perspectives, and values of others on teams, as well as within own department and in general day-to day interactions. Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively and demonstrates a strong professional image.

Additional Information:

Eaton Leadership Model

Thinks and Acts strategically.

Gets results.

Builds Organizational Capability.

Enables Digital mindset.

Leadership attributes (passionate, accountable, ethical, learn, transparent, efficient)

Aspirational Objectives

To be the preferred supplier to customers and channel partners

To make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees

To make our communities stronger

To ensure the safety, health and wellness of our employees

To be a model of inclusion and diversity in our industry

To be active stewards of the environment.

EHS Commitment

Promotes “Zero Incident Culture” in the work area.

Promote “Environmental Culture” in the work area.

Participate in all 100% of the legal and corporate EHS trainings.

Reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors, such as “Near misses”, “Gembas”, and “Coaching programs”.

Continuous Improvement (CI) Commitment

Participate in continuous improvement programs; ECIS, OpA, EBS Pull, Ideas, RIE, Cost Out

Promoting a culture of recognition

Participate in assigned CI Trainings.

Share best practices between Eaton’s internal and external teams.

DIMENSIONS:

Key metrics:

TRCR/DACR

Cost Out/ Productivity

On Time Customer Delivery

Supplier Delivery performance

Supplier Quality performance

Sourcing strategy development and execution to achieve goals

Tooling Expense/ Capital Expenditures for Component Tooling

Direct Material Costs

Days on Hand inventory

Invoices on Hold

Sales Past Due

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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.