Buyer II

The Buyer II is responsible for managing purchasing activities for assigned commodities within our connector manufacturing operations. This role ensures material availability, optimizes cost and lead time, and drives supplier performance improvements. The Buyer II collaborates cross-functionally to support sourcing strategies, lead negotiations, and contribute to process improvement initiatives. Strong knowledge of purchasing principles, MRP systems, and supplier management is essential.

· Execute purchase order placement, confirmation, and timely updates.

· Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery; expedite as needed.

· Serve as subject matter expert for assigned commodities and related systems.

· Partner with internal teams to review priorities and provide status updates.

· Conduct regular supplier meetings to review metrics and corrective actions.

· Resolve supplier quality and payment issues in collaboration with internal teams.

· Support onboarding and qualification of new suppliers.

· Collaborate with sourcing and commodity managers to implement sourcing initiatives.

· Drive process improvements to simplify workflows and enhance efficiency.

· Mentor junior purchasing staff and provide coverage for team members as needed.

· Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and requirements.

· Contribute to risk management and escalation strategies for global supply chain disruptions.

Required Skills & Experience

· Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Familiarity with engineering drawings and terminology.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word, Outlook).

· Strong experience with MRP/ERP systems.

· Excellent communication and presentation skills.

· Proven ability to analyze and resolve problems independently.

· Ability to work collaboratively or autonomously; self-starter mindset.

· Willingness to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

· SAP experience strongly preferred.

· APICS/ASCM or related purchasing certification.

· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Electrical Solutions

Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.