Buyer 3

Lam Research•Livermore, CA

3d•$72,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Buyer is part of Lam Research’s Global Operations Group, which brings together information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing to support global operations. The role analyzes purchase requirements and coordinates purchasing activities across departments to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of inventory. It supports purchase requisitions, supplier RFQs, and purchase order changes; performs cost analysis and volume planning in enterprise-wide systems; negotiates for value; and explores supply sources that may offer cost savings. The Buyer also supports supplier relationships and commodity management across the business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field with 5+ years of experience, or equivalent experience.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Excel.
Deep knowledge of or experience with ERP or MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or other procurement-related tools.
Written and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the semiconductor industry or other high-tech industries.
Prior experience in procurement, Procure-to-Pay processes, or similar functions.
Foundational understanding of commodity market indicators and technical data.
Prior experience managing the commercial and tactical aspects of supply chain requirements.

Responsibilities

Review purchase requisitions, manage requests for quotes (RFQs), and process purchase order changes.
Maintain ongoing supplier relationships in commercial support of the Lam business.
Coordinate purchasing activities with cross-functional teams to acquire inventory cost-effectively and on time.
Maintain procurement business-system data input and integrity in enterprise-wide ERP systems.
Perform cost analysis and volume planning for commodities.
Monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts and negotiate for the highest quality at the best value.
Work with suppliers to review and manage performance, deliveries, and quality.
Support commodity management with procurement support, commodity business plans, market-trend assessments, pricing, and product-availability analysis.