Purchasing Supervisor

Vishay • Columbus, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.® Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.™ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at www.Vishay.com. Do you want to help us build the DNA of tech? Vishay Dale Electronics – Columbus, NE is currently seeking applicants for a Purchasing Supervisor. Job Location: Vishay Dale Electronics, Columbus, NE is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of resistors and e-beam technology. Position Summary: Conducts, plans, and implements activities related to the procurement of materials, parts, components, and equipment. Manages the activities of buyers and purchasing planners to accomplish company objectives. Reviews and approves purchases up to a specifically authorized dollar amount. Takes the lead negotiating contracts as authorized. Coordinates purchasing activities with engineering and operations departments to maintain continuity of supply and to identify cost reduction opportunities. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. May create policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities. Monitors the cost, schedule, and performance aspects of suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in related discipline.
• 3-5 years related experience with purchasing knowledge and team leadership
• Experience in vendor management and negotiation

Responsibilities

• Manages the plan for Columbus procurement requirements and create systems and policies for continuous improvement.
• Within established business process controls, ensures that Purchasing team is trained to plan, review, and execute procurement activities.
• Through Purchasing team, ensures that supply levels and inventory goals are met for every function.
• Enter orders into SAP and place orders with vendors.
• Acts as lead negotiator for contracts and company liaison with outside vendors.

Benefits

• Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
• With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.
• Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees