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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DescriptionWho will you be working with?Wabtec employees at the Germantown location operate in a team environment in the digital electronic and component field of creating productive and reliable transportation. Our Wabtec Germantown facility includes highly sophisticated production processes that integrate advanced manufacturing technologies with precision assembly techniques. Team members collaborate across engineering, production, and quality assurance functions to deliver innovative products that meet the evolving demands on the transportation industry.How will you make a difference? As a member of the procurement team you will manage the buying process for a given set of goods to support Germantown, MD, own the day-to-day management of a group of vendors, and be the point of contact between the vendors and the shop, ensuring there is no material impact to the production lines.What do we want to know about you? Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college OR high school diploma with minimum 3 years of experience in Buying/Procurement/Materials/SourcingStrong oral and written communication skills in EnglishStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to coordinate several projects simultaneouslyStrong problem-solving skillsStrong organization, prioritization, and execution skillsDesirable Knowledge in OracleBasic computer skills (Microsoft Excel)Experience utilizing and ERP system (Oracle Preferred)Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.What will your typical day look like? Place and follow-up on purchase orders to support delivery to internal customersCreate and update purchase orders to support production.Communicate deliveries to internal customersManage relationships with suppliers for purchase order execution, promising, and shipmentsAnalyze vendor promises and proactively communicate and expedite when promises don't meet business needsManage through schedule changes and shop adjustments Own and resolve day-to-day issues with suppliers (accounts payable issues, NCMR resolution, delivery issues, lead time accuracy, etc.)Work cross functionally with Engineering, Sourcing and Quality teams to resolve material issues when requiredIdentify opportunities in fulfillment and lead improvement projectsPerform other duties as assigned. What about the physical demands of the job?Employee is required to sit and perform repetitive motions.Employee is required to do minimal walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting.Employee is required to wear Wabtec required PPE when necessary. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. Occasional travel may be required.Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable). Additional InformationOur job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $68900-98200 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for