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Johnson Controls

Tactical procurement role in Data Center Solutions group at Johnson Controls. Responsible for purchasing commodities and supplies, while maintaining supplier relationships.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeGilbert • Arizona, Florida, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$85,000 - CA$117,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tactical procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on vendor relationship management and compliance with purchasing procedures. Proficient in data analysis and Microsoft Excel to support procurement processes and inventory management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tactical ProcurementSupply Chain ManagementMicrosoft ExcelVendor Relationship ManagementData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Purchasing ProceduresInventory ManagementData CapturePrice ComparisonBid PreparationStatistical AnalysisCompliance AuditingVendor File MaintenanceReceiving Report ProcessingInvoice Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Two-Year Degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain ManagementFinanceBusiness Administration

Industry Keywords

Industrial ProcurementManufacturing EnvironmentPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Supply Chain ProcessesAudit GuidelinesSOX Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supporting our Data Center Solutions (DCS)/Silent-Aire group, you will be responsible for the tactical procurement of commodities, supplies, equipment, and services to be used by the organization.
You will coordinate your efforts with supervisors in order to maintain the appropriate level of inventory and will utilize intermediate to advanced knowledge to purchase goods and services at the most favourable price for the Company, while simultaneously building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.
Provide supply chain management support to assigned project engineering and all Silent-Aire departments.
Independently conducting standard data capture, analyses and transactions, e.g., analyzing internal client requirements, reviewing purchase requisitions for goods to ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and user requirements, preparing routine bids and proposals, creating supporting spreadsheets, conducting more complex product and price comparisons, assisting in bid openings, obtaining quotes, etc.
Assist with more complex investigations, documentation, and analyses under the direction of senior staff.
Interact with vendors and departments regarding procurement procedures and status of orders, e.g., expediting shipping and deliveries, price changes and vendor back orders.
Maintain and update vendor files and price lists for assigned commodity groups in accordance with established policies and procedures and audit guidelines/SOX requirements.
Support and assist with statistical and historical data, e.g., validating, reconciling, and processing receiving reports, vendor invoices and other payment documents
Assist with the continuous improvement of the supply chain management systems and processes
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two-year degree in an appropriate field of study (e.g., Purchasing/Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, etc.)
5+ years of related experience in purchasing for industrial or manufacturing environment
Proven experience at an intermediate level with Microsoft Excel
Aptitude and communications skills related to developing and maintaining effective working relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication
Able to form and maintain professional working relationships with both inside and outside vendors
Ability to travel as needed – 10%
Working in an office environment with a manufacturing setting that requires Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package including Retirement Savings Plan, Extended Health Care, Dental, and Vision
Paid holidays, paid vacation days, and paid sick time
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy