Buyer

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.

Position Title: Buyer

Location: Parsippany, New Jersey (NJ)

Securitas USA: Your Opportunity to Lead and Create:

At Securitas, we recognize that authentic leadership means more than just overseeing operations; it's about setting a vision, inspiring, and making a tangible impact. We are seeking a Buyer based out of Parsippany, New Jersey (NJ). This is more than a job; This is your opportunity to spearhead change and strategically shape the direction of procurement initiatives on a vast scale.

Why Securitas? Making the World a Safer Place

Being a part of Securitas is being a part of a global corporation devoted to innovation and excellence. We offer a special setting that fosters personal development and honors achievements. Being an essential part of a team that prioritizes integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness. As a member of our Team, you will truly make a difference on the communities we serve. We would love to speak with you if you are interested in taking on this significant and fulfilling position and help advance the culture that is driven by performance and centered around execution, purpose, and belonging. Join us on our mission of making the world a safer place.

About Securitas:

• Our Values: Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness
• Our Team: 340,000+ skilled employees
• Established: Securitas AB (1934) Helsingborg, Sweden
• Industry: Providing global and specialized services (6 Pillars)

Job Summary:

A Buyer manages the full procurement lifecyclefrom sourcing through contract negotiation to deliveryensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and inventory alignment with organizational needs. They play a crucial role in controlling costs, maintaining inventory flow, fostering strong supplier relationships, and aligning procurement strategies with business goals.

Job Duties:

• Identify, research, and assess suppliers by quality, cost, reliability, and sustainability.

• Secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules through negotiations.

• Create/manage manual orders, track all orders, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain accurate records.

• Monitor market trends and pricing to inform purchasing strategies and uncover cost savings.

• Build and maintain supplier partnerships; evaluate performance and address issues.

• Crossfunctional collaboration with teams, field and upper management like inventory control, finance, sales, and operations to align buying decisions.

• Promote programs through multiple channels, coordinate with field on recommendations, and provide guidance and direction as needed.

Benefits Offered:

Securitas will offer a salary range of $70K -$75K/Annually in addition to a full benefit package that includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 10 Vacation Days Accrued
• 4 Floating Holidays
• 6 Sick Days
• 401K

Position Qualifications:

• Ensures delivery of high-quality customer service.
• Is organized, self-disciplined, technologically savvy, compliant, and communicates timely and effectively at all levels.

Education/Experience:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Bachelors degree in business, supply chain, or related field (preferred).
• Previous experience and familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within purchasing field (preferred).
• 1+ years of previous administrative experience.
• 1+ years of procurement/buying experience.
• Optional Credentials like CIPS, CPSM, CPP, CSCP.
• Experience may vary by industry (retail, manufacturing, construction, etc).

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Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, were looking for you to join the Securitas team.
Benefits include:

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.