Buyer

ABB is hiring a Buyer in Bengaluru, India. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Excel, Power BI and procurement among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a senior role.
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Manage direct material procurement, supplier relationships, and strategic sourcing initiatives for ABB Motion in Bangalore.

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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Procurement Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to purchase materials according to required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and terms. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team.

The work model for the role is: #Li_Onsite

This role is contributing to the Motion business based at Bangalore, India:

You will be mainly accountable for:

Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement EMS category strategies, streamlined with global category strategies.
Supply Chain Resilience: Develop and implement strategies to enhance supply chain resilience, develop regional supply chain footprints, ensuring business continuity, and mitigating risks associated with supply chain disruptions.
Supplier Management: Manage and develop relationships with EMS suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness, availability, and reliable and flexible performance.
Supplier Negotiations: Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and terms to secure favorable agreements with suppliers.
Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks within the EMS category.
Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in sourcing processes and supplier performance.

Qualifications for the role

Bachelor’s degree in electrical /Mechanical engineering
5 years of experience in direct material purchase and success in sourcing and category management
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in procurement tools and systems, Excel, Power BI, and other Microsoft tools.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability and resilience to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a can-do attitude.
Strategic thinking with a focus on long-term goals and a global mindset.

More about us

ABB Motion provides pioneering technology, products, solutions and related services to industrial customers to increase energy efficiency, improve safety and reliability, and maintain precise control over processes. The portfolio includes motors, generators and drives for a wide range of applications in all industrial sectors.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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How we rate this

Buyer at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Buyer is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
The job was posted on November 11, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

ProcurementStrategic SourcingSupply ChainNegotiationCategory ManagementExcelPower BI

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where procurement was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where strategic sourcing was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where supply chain was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where negotiation was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where category management was part of your work. What did you do?

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