Buyer

The Strategic Buyer is a member of the Commodity Team, who reports to the Commodity Manager, in the development and management of suppliers in a specific commodity segment. Through the Commodity Manager, the Strategic Buyer helps to implement the creation of the vision for the supply base to support existing products and services, as well as new products and technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface for Gilbarco and its customers to communicate the needs and expectations of product quality, delivery performance, and overall company goals to suppliers.
• Manage suppliers by using processes to coordinate the selection of the best source to provide continuous quality, delivery, and cost improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering to execute change notices and manage the required transitions with suppliers to minimize the working capital impact.
• Benchmark and interpret market conditions to identify and forecast the impact on cost drivers for the commodity.
• Implement savings projects to drive year-over-year material productivity cost improvements through PPV and VAVE initiatives.
• Negotiate agreements with suppliers to provide continuous year-over-year improvements in performance, including quality, delivery, cost, and collaboration, through the implementation of programs such as Vendor-Managed Inventory.
• Support Focused Factories and Material Planners as required, ensuring a continuous flow of material to support production requirements.
• Participate and support corporate commodity teams in the development and consolidation of the supply base to bring the most cost-effective solutions to all Danaher/Fortive companies.

Background and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Two years or more of purchasing experience is preferred.
• Sound presentation skills and the ability to communicate to the highest levels of management, internally and externally, is key to the role.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Team leader and team member effectiveness has been exhibited.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is necessary to analyze and report key measures.

About Vontier

Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation, and multi-energy technologies. Our smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry. With decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com.

About Gilbarco Veeder-root

Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges, and fleet management systems.

Company Commitment

Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law.