Purchasing Manager
About The Position
Applied Materials is seeking a Purchasing Manager to direct purchasing activities and lead buyers and expediters in support of company objectives. The role evaluates vendor reliability, oversees vendor surveys and working relationships, reviews and approves purchases up to a specified dollar amount, develops procurement policies and procedures, and monitors the cost, schedule, and performance of major subcontracts. It coordinates purchasing with engineering and manufacturing to maintain inventory at planned levels. The position is based either in Santa Clara, California, with three days onsite and in Benicia, California, with two days onsite, or in Benicia five days onsite. It is a full-time regular position and requires travel 10% of the time. The manager provides direction to employees under established policies and management guidance, administers policies affecting subordinate employees, and is expected to comply with Applied Materials' Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate its core values.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
- 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, including leadership responsibilities.
- Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
- Knowledge of procurement best practices, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, purchasing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of and compliance with Applied Materials' global Standards of Business Conduct.
Responsibilities
- Direct the activities of buyers and expediters to accomplish company objectives.
- Evaluate vendor reliability and oversee vendor surveys to maintain adequate working relationships.
- Review and approve purchases up to a specified dollar amount.
- Develop policies and procedures for procurement activities.
- Monitor the cost, schedule, and performance aspects of major subcontracts.
- Coordinate purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments to maintain inventories at planned levels.
- Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.
- Administer company policies that directly affect subordinate employees.
- Comply with Applied Materials' Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate the company's core values.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Potential eligibility for participation in a bonus program
- Potential eligibility for a stock award program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
