Assistant Buyer, Keystone Electrical - Des Moines, IA

Hubbell Incorporated
United States, Iowa, Des Moines
Apr 15, 2025
Job Overview The Assistant Buyer is responsible for supporting purchasing and procurement activities within the manufacturing facility to ensure the timely delivery of our products. #LI-AO1 A Day In The Life Purchase project material as specified on approved BOM's Assist in sourcing and procuring materials and supplies required for manufacturing. Monitor inventory levels and notify the Supervisor or Senior Buyer of potential shortage or overages Maintain and update supplier records, price lists and purchasing databases Make purchasing decisions in accordance with standard work and from preferred suppliers Help prioritize and actively manage long-lead-time items, expedite critical components and overdue purchase orders, as necessary. Prepare and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Assist researching and evaluating potential new supplies to improve cost-effectiveness and quality Maintain an efficient and accurate system for monitoring all open purchase orders Support in resolving supplier issues related to quality, delivery or pricing Help evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate pricing under the direction of the Supervisor, Senior Buyer. Assist with sourcing requests Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and records Assist in developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and quality of goods. Assist in coordinating supplier meetings. Work with the material management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products. What will help you thrive in this role? High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently. The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses. We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe. Hubbell Utility Solutions Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible. Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.