Sr Buyer

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 13,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit Description
The Procurement Buyer is responsible for supporting the purchasing and procurement functions for direct and indirect materials. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that parts and materials are acquired on time, at competitive prices, and meet quality standards, while maintainingKey Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing:Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, purchase order management, and delivery tracking.Develop and execute souring strategies to optimize cost, quality, and lead time for critical data center components.Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, industry regulations, and contractual agreements.Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers.Negotiate pricing, terms, and service level agreements to drive cost savings and improve supply chain efficiency.Monitor supplier performance, address issues proactively, and implement corrective actions when necessary.Inventory & Cost Optimization:Work closely with operations and logistics teams to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing excess inventory and costs.Identify opportunities for cost reduction through volume discounts, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiations.Support budgeting and forecasting efforts by providing insights into procurement costs and market trends.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure procurement aligns with data center project timelines and operational needs.Assist in developing procurement strategies for new data center builds, expansions, and equipment upgrades.Support sustainability initiatives by sourcing environmentally responsible materials and vendors.Required Education & Qualifications
5+ years of procurement experience preferably within data centers, construction, technology, or critical infrastructure industries.Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.Experience working with ERP and procurement systems.Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.Modine 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, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, health, dental, vision, life insurance, and much more.Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.
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