Buyer

Emerson

Buyer II leading strategic sourcing and procurement for Emerson’s global industrial project operations. Managing suppliers, negotiations, purchase orders, risks, and project delivery.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeEscazú • 🇨🇷 Costa RicaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and sourcing strategies, with a strong focus on supplier management, negotiation, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in managing the procure-to-pay lifecycle and optimizing costs while ensuring operational excellence.

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Procurement ManagementSupplier NegotiationSourcing StrategiesERP Systems KnowledgeStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Supplier SourcingCost OptimizationContract AdministrationTotal Cost of Ownership EvaluationProject Procurement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

OracleSAPJD Edwards

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementCommercial AgreementsSupplier Performance MonitoringProcure-to-Pay LifecycleTrade Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead sourcing activities for project-related materials, equipment, and services supporting project execution across global operations
Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with project requirements, business objectives, and procurement priorities
Conduct supplier sourcing events, including requests for information, quotations, and proposals
Evaluate supplier proposals using commercial, operational, and total cost of ownership criteria
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, service levels, warranties, and commercial agreements
Identify opportunities for cost optimization, supplier consolidation, value improvement, and process enhancements
Manage procurement activities throughout the procure-to-pay lifecycle for assigned projects
Create, administer, and maintain purchase orders, contracts, and change orders
Monitor supplier performance and proactively address risks affecting project schedules or business objectives
Partner with project management, engineering, operations, logistics, finance, quality, and legal teams
Build and maintain supplier relationships supporting operational excellence, supply continuity, and long-term business success
Evaluate supplier capabilities, capacity, quality performance, and commercial competitiveness
Support supplier development and performance improvement initiatives
Communicate procurement progress, risks, opportunities, and mitigation plans to stakeholders
Ensure compliance with Emerson policies, ethical business practices, trade regulations, and delegated authority requirements
Maintain accurate procurement data in enterprise systems and support reporting, audit readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, International Commerce, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Minimum of 2 years of related experience
Experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, project procurement, or a related business function
Experience managing supplier sourcing activities and supporting commercial negotiations
Experience supporting procurement activities within project-based or customer-driven environments
Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar platforms
Professional proficiency in English, both written and verbal
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and delivering results in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits plans
Variety of medical insurance plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee resource groups
Recognition programs
Flexible time off plans
Vacation leave
Holiday leave
Career development support
Mentorship
Training
Leadership opportunities
Inclusive workplace culture