The Company
Avnet, a Fortune 500 company and a leading distributor of semiconductors across Europe, is looking for an apprentice as Junior Buyer, giving you the opportunity to grow within a global industry leader.
In this hands-on role, you’ll earn while you learn, gaining real-world experience. You’ll support the team by negotiating and administrate the contractual documents with our vendors and suppliers for purchasing goods and supplies, equipment, services, systems, software or technical equipment for internal company use. You will also negotiate favorable terms and volume discounts that comply with company policies and procedures, legal requirements and/or other specifications.
If you’re eager to develop your sales skills, work in a fast-paced environment, and be part of a team that values growth and opportunity, this is the perfect role to launch your career!
Kickstart your career with us as a Junior Buyer Apprentice!
What's in it for you?
We offer:
A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal
A strong open-door policy within management
An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
The Ideal Person :
Candidate preparing a Master 1 or Master 2 degree
Good MS - Office knowledge (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook etc ...).
Communication skills.
Fluent in French and English.
Willingness to learn systems such as SAP, ERP and other tools.
Willingness to work in an international environment.
What you will be doing:
Gains full understanding of purchasing requirements to achieve internal department’s desired outcomes for service and cost.
Prepares all aspects of procurement solicitations for formally advertised or negotiated procedures which includes terms and conditions, scope of work, insurance and bonding requirements.
Oversees and conducts bid openings and evaluates bids and proposals to determine responsive low bid. Recommends selection in accordance with established criteria.
Develops, maintains and updates full competition and documentation of action (maintains list of who is bidding on the contract). Issues award letters, contracts or purchase orders.
Coordinates with a variety of department representatives, legal, and others as required during all stages of negotiation and contract processes to resolve problems and issues.
Negotiates with suppliers establishing price, delivery, quantity, payment, scope of work, change orders, etc.
Research sources of supply. Identifies and evaluates sole source validity and methods of procurement action.
Provides administrative oversight during contract performance. Works with internal and external departments/representatives. Initiates corrective action where suppliers are not performing to expectation.
Reviews and approves requisitions (up to assigned authorized amount) to validate documentation complies with internal audit requirements and defined policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
What’s in it for you?
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – hrnow@avnet.com, Asia applicants - hrnow.asia@avnet.com, EMEA applicants - hrnow.EMEA@avnet.eu.
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