Buyer II, Indirect Purchasing

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for internal Ariba users
• Provide training sessions, quick reference guides and FAQs for requestors and approvers
• Answer "how do I" questions and help users navigate features or process changes
• Ensure purchasing events follow company policies
• Enforce use of preferred suppliers and contracted items
• Set up and maintain clean vendor master data in SAP and Ariba
• Run regular reports on spend, savings, compliance, cycle time and system usage
• Participate in testing when there are upgrades, new module or process changes
• Monitor supplier performance via Ariba data
• Work with suppliers to resolve issues and improve service levels
• Troubleshoot blocked invoices, PO discrepancies, receipt issues and order failures

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience: In procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Specific experience with indirect procurement activities
• Experience with ERP systems: Particularly previous experience with Ariba or similar procurement software
• Understanding of procurement processes: Deep knowledge of P2P (Procure-to-Pay) processes, e-catalog management, requisitioning, PO creation, and supplier enablement
• Compliance and audit knowledge: Familiarity with compliance standards and audit processes related to procurement and sourcing
• Excellent communication skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Negotiation skills: Ability to negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers
• Attention to detail: High level of accuracy in data management and contract details
• Problem-solving skills: Ability to troubleshoot system issues and workflow disruptions promptly

Who We Are

Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

THE MIX MATTERS

If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Shure offers a competitive compensation structure that is reviewed annually to attract, hire, and retain the industry’s top talent. Base salaries vary based on qualifications, geography, experience, and expertise in each respective discipline. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the opportunity. The base salary for this position ranges from $69,500 to $111,200 with a midpoint target.