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Buyer - Production Job Functions: At Rolls-Royce, we see sustainability in the field of drive and energy solutions as both the biggest challenge and biggest opportunity of our time. That's why we have set targets to reach Net Zero by 2050. In our Power Systems division, we have set an even more aggressive target to reduce our CO2 emissions by 35% by 2030 (from 2019 levels). It is within Power Systems that we provide world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solutions brand, mtu. Innovation takes curiosity, and that is the force that drives us. We promote a corporate culture of respect, trust and curiosity. These are thing thinks that give rise to passion to move things forward and improve them for the future. Our goal is to create an engaging environment where all employees can fully develop themselves and their potential. Job Functions (Essential) Process purchasing award summaries and purchasing documents Assist in the development of Commodity Team strategies that align with Global Purchasing and Logistics Objectives Develop sourcing lists and monitor supplier performance Aggressively resolve all pricing, invoicing and contract related issues with the suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliers Analyze supplier cost / pricing information and benchmark the competition Maintain open communication between internal departments, management, and suppliers Support cost savings initiatives Support the implementation of a standardized process approach utilizing digitalization, common forms, measurements, and structure Forecast annual material, purchasing volumes, annual savings, tooling costs and repair budget Perform special projects as required Maintain good housekeeping practices Adhere to company/professional ethics governing the handling of confidential information and the observation of confidentiality Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct Posting Title: Buyer - Production Location: MTU Onsite Energy (Mankato, MN) Functional Area: Purchasing FLSA Code: EXEMPT Qualifications: Qualifications (Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Required: Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, and 3 years of procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management experience; or 7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management Experience handling confidential sensitive matters with discretion Strong negotiation skills Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others Strong working knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures Strong financial/cost analysis and problem-solving skills when issues are very complex Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills, and the ability to understand the needs of the internal customer Strong ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documents Self-starter with the ability to work independently with little direction Ability to travel - domestic and international on a limited basis and learn commodity processes at supplier locations Knowledge of production planning, supply chain and/or materials management processes Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite Preferred: Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and products SAP experience Engineering or technical degree German language skills Work Environment: Work Environment Work Conditions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Daily work is performed in an office environment where the employee is regularly requested to use a computer. This position has a traditional work schedule (Monday through Friday). Within the work environment, employees are occasionally req ested to perform tasks in areas where odors and dust are within the workplace. Also, employees are occasionally requested to perform tasks in hazardous areas. While performing physical demands of the work environment, employees are regularly requested to sit and manipulate small items such as a keyboard or mouse. Also, employees are occasionally requested to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, reach and grasp items within the environment. There are no specific vision requirements for this position. Equipment: Computer, Copier, Phone, Fax Rolls-Royce Solutions America is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Shift: First Job Type: Regular Work Schedule: Full Time Buyer - Production | MTU Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans/ Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity