Sr. Buyer, Procurement

Position / Level :
Senior Buyer

Department:
Procurement

Educational Background:

Graduate of any bachelor's degree preferably in an Engineering, Mathematics, Supply Chain, or Business course

Experience
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At least 5 years working experience with 3 years in the related field is required for this position

Knowledge, skill and abilities
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Computer literate and proficient in MS Excel, Word and Power point and with knowledge on purchase order system or ERP platforms.

Knowledge in manufacturing processes, preferably in a semiconductor environment

Highly analytical and with good interpersonal skills. Resourceful, assertive, and strong customer service.

Ability to thrive in a high stress and fast-paced environment. Must be able to multi-task.

Strong communication and analytical skills. Demonstrate negotiation and problem-solving abilities. Must be able to work within the team.

Demonstrate the capability of handling multiple projects in parallel.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:
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• To develop Strategic Supplier capabilities to effectively support overall sourcing and negotiation requirements.
• Maintaining close liaison with suppliers on their production capacities, readiness and material supply.
• Support business functions and segments in their RFI/RFQ activities. Make sourcing decisions based on overall cost and benefit including price, duty, freight, flexibility, service, performance, quality, and terms & conditions.
• Actively explore and be able to source new technologies through market research to meet company future requirements.
• To lead cost saving projects involving a cross-functional team through alternative material/part recommendation and qualification plans that meet product requirements.
• Influencing the product design to ensure materials manufacturability and conformance with the global supply chain.
• Collaborate to the lowest total cost of ownership sourcing solutions for assigned commodities.
• Manage Supplier business review, and work with Supplier Quality Engineering on qualifying new suppliers. Skilled at developing and leveraging effective business partnerships internally and externally.
• Demonstrated ability to create alternative approaches to overcome roadblocks, able to identify and capitalize on opportunities and make quality decisions despite incomplete information.
• Understand and manage holistic, global value supply chains that lead to a competitive advantage and effectively manage complex sourcing requirements.
• Review and maintain updated records of approved and qualified suppliers for the assigned commodity. Ensure data integrity (supplier data, materials data including price and currency) is kept and maintained at all times.
• Manage, drive and monitor improvement of supplier performance through effective supplier management. Work with key stakeholders/end-user to identify indicators to track.
• Prepare reports as required. Ensures application of Quality Policy of the Company in his/her area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with Procurement policies & Procedures.
• Ensure that the company's commitment to quality, environmental management, health and safety is observed and performed.