Procurement Equipment Buyer

Samsung Electronics • Taylor, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us! Position Summary Hiring Senior Equipment Buyer to manage investment activity for Main and Sub tools throughout the entire process. This includes PO management, Logistics coordination, understanding of regulatory/import/export compliance requirements and internal stakeholder coordination. The Buyer will analyze data to understand issues/problems and identify root causes, create and implement strategies for sourcing / supply chain optimization, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to mitigate risk and drive results through methods including data analysis, should-cost modeling, negotiation, and market intelligence (for industry and supplier).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to understand and manage end to end supply chain for direct procured parts.

Nice To Haves

• Semiconductor experience a plus.
• CPM, CPSM, or CPIM certification a plus.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to build database and BI dashboard.

Responsibilities

• Manage investment activity from investment approval through to final install, including all intermediate steps (PO creation, shipping management, warehousing, coordination for hook-up, troubleshooting, etc.)
• Create and execute strategies for sourcing (price negotiation, lead-time / quality improvement) and supply chain optimization (lead-time improvement, 2nd source).
• Initiate and drive improvement projects and multi-disciplinary TFTs to drive results focused on cost savings, work efficiency, risk reduction and process innovation.
• Effectively manage suppliers in areas including responsiveness, lead-time, timely delivery, invoice entry, continuous improvement/incident response, and overall performance through business review with suppliers.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and analysis to support decision-making
• Attending meetings with suppliers and engineers to discuss procurement strategies.
• Contributing to achieving company objectives and KPIs by managing procurement-related metrics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level