Intermediate Semiconductor Materials Buyer

Intermediate Semiconductor Materials Buyer (18‑Month Contract to Hire)

Location:

Santa Clara, California.

Pay Rate: $23 to $26 per hour.

Shift: 8‑hour day shift.

• Solid interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to quickly adapt to change

• Negotiate pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. Manage non‑strategic suppliers (none QFM)? $5M.
• Quote materials; procure materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
• Expedite and ensure the timely receipt of materials.
• Work with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers. Issue RFQs, analyze proposals, negotiate prices and delivery, issue and/or adjust purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Follow up on orders, verify delivery, approve payment, and maintain necessary records.
• Negotiate vendor contracts, as appropriate.
• Follow purchasing business processes.
• Lead purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Lead problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues.

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
• Knowledge of inventory management and logistics.
• Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
• Significant experience in purchasing or procurement, often ranging from 3 to 5 years.
• Experience in a similar industry or with specific products relevant to the hiring organization may be required.
• A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills Required:
  
  Data analysis, inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain technology.
• Computer
  
  Skills Required:
  
  procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA. Soft
  
  Skills Required:
  
  effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem‑solving.

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
• Solve complex problems; take a new perspective on existing solutions; exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess vendors and evaluate product quality and cost‑effectiveness.
• Proficiency in procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Motivation, initiative, collaboration, connectivity and coaching.

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• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly e‑payroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Met Life Voluntary Benefits
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