Category Buyer - Procurement Specialist

Category Buyer

Who we are? 

Johnson Controls is the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.

This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. We’re helping to create a healthy planet with solutions that decrease energy use, reduce waste and make carbon neutrality a reality. Sustainability is a top priority for our company. 

We committed to invest 75 percent of new product development R&D in climate-related innovation to develop sustainable products and services. We take sustainability seriously. Achieving net zero carbon emissions before 2040 is just one of our commitments to making the world a better place. 

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What will you do?

 

The Category Buyer is responsible for executing end‑to‑end procurement activities stating from presales support to execution of supplier purchase Orders for materials supporting all the bussiness verticals for the commodities Security, HVAC/IR, Fire & & Index commodities  The role ensures cost competitiveness, supply continuity, supplier quality, compliance with global procurement policies, and alignment with Johnson Controls’ sourcing, ethics, and sustainability standards.

 

This position works closely with Global commodity team, engineering, Bussiness operations, Service & finance to support  project delivery objectives.

 

 

 

• Execute sourcing and procurement activities for CCTV, Access Controls, IT Networking, HVAC/IR, fire detection/suppression & Index commodities  
• Support category strategies by identifying cost‑reduction opportunities through supplier consolidation, localization, value engineering, and long‑term agreements (LTAs).
• Participate in RFQ/RFP processes and ensure sourcing decisions align with Customer ask pricing for sales bid.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers in line with global supplier qualification, ethics, and compliance requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure delivery performance, cost targets, quality standards, and service‑level agreements are consistently met.
• Lead commercial negotiations on pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contractual conditions to achieve total cost optimization.
• Support contract development and administration in alignment with corporate legal and procurement guidelines.
• Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness for all procurement transactions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and cost optimization.
• Prepare procurement reports including spend analysis, cost savings, supplier performance, and risk assessments.
• Ensure full compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and global procurement policies.

 

 What we look for?

 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably Electronics, electrical, Mechanical & Industrial.

• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in procurement/sourcing activities especially in system Integration bussiness environment
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience working with cross‑functional and global stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform cost analysis and generate management reports.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.
• Results‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High standards of integrity, compliance, and ethical conduct.
• Effective communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset aligned with global operational excellence standards.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.
• Results‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High standards of integrity, compliance, and ethical conduct.
• Effective communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset aligned with global operational excellence standards.

What we offer:

We offer an exciting and challenging position. Joining us you will become part of a leading global multi-industrial corporation defined by its stimulating work environment and job satisfaction. In addition, we offer outstanding career development opportunities which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents

Diversity & Inclusion Our dedication to diversity and inclusion starts with our values. We lead with integrity and purpose, focusing on the future and aligning with our customers’ vision for success. Our High-Performance Culture ensures that we have the best talent that is highly engaged and eager to innovate.  Our D&I mission elevates each employee’s responsibility to contribute to our culture. It’s through these contributions that we’ll drive the mindsets and behaviors we need to power our customers’ missions. You have the power. You have the voice. You have the culture in your hands.

Experience Level

Senior Level