Buyer I

Job Description Its not just about your career or job title... Its about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether its for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, youre in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 30,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Who will you be working with? You will be responsible for purchases made by the organization. In this role you will evaluate and approve vendors, authorize purchase orders for goods or services. You will rely on your experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. What do we want to know about you? Requires a bachelors degree in area of specialty At least 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area. Knowledge of MRP systems (Oracle preferred). What will your typical day look like? Review requisitions and confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Identify suppliers with Supply Chain Manager based on criteria such as quality certification, capacity analysis, financial analysis, etc. Generate buy orders based on 60-day, 30-day, 14-day buy & adjustment reports. Contact suppliers for PO follow-up, communicates product need-by dates, and enters supplier promise dates into the ERP system. Work with Senior Buyers to assist in expediting orders and build and send Request-For-Quote packages by working with engineering and supplier base. Maintain procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories. Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine and execute the proper disposition, and carry out the proper Non-conforming Material Return processes. Work with receiving teams to correct Purchase Order or vendor quantity ship errors. Reviews received Purchase Orders for discrepancies as required and expedite delivery of goods to users. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. 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). Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity: Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated. To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the worlds brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $55900-74100. 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 mywabtecbenefits.com. 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, its not just about a job - its about the impact you make. When our people come together, were Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If youre ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether its freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. Were lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. Were building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - weve got you. PDN-a1457b08-b9e7-499a-a051-b2d41a16b763

Created: 2026-03-12