Procurement Equipment Buyer

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.$57K — $156K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel.
  • Experience with ERP and inventory management systems preferred.
  • Understanding of the end-to-end supply chain for procured parts.
  • Detail-oriented and data-driven with analytical skills.
  • Strong project management and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to create databases and BI dashboards.

Responsibilities

  • Manage purchase data comprehensively.
  • Support investment projects from approval to final installation.
  • Develop sourcing and supply chain optimization strategies.
  • Initiate improvement projects and cross-functional teams.
  • Manage supplier relationships for optimal performance.
  • Prepare reports and analysis for decision-making support.
  • Engage with suppliers and engineers regarding procurement strategies.

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) plus additional holidays.
  • Wellness incentives and more.
Full Job Description
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

In your role as an Equipment Buyer, you'll be responsible to manage the investment activity for Main and Sub tools throughout the entire process.

You'll also manage the PO process, coordinate logistics, and understand the regulatory/import/export compliance requirements and internal stakeholder coordination.

You'll also 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).

Role and Responsibilities

Here's What You'll Be Responsible For:
  • Purchase data management.
  • Support 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.


Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel); previous experience with ERP and inventory management systems strongly preferred.
  • Semiconductor industry experience a plus.
  • Proficiency in SAP/NERP or other similar ERP systems.
  • Proven ability to understand and manage end to end supply chain for direct procured parts.
  • Detail oriented; data-driven; ability to analyze and interpret data with an eye towards results and process/system improvement.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to build database and BI dashboard.


All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor require you to be onsite. We are not currently accepting applications for candidates who currently, or in the future, will need visa sponsorship.

The current base salary range for this role is between $57,760 - $156,950. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • 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.

All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice
By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung-or encourage Samsung to use-any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

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