Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Sr. Buyer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $100K — $130K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years in indirect procurement, specifically in facility categories
  • Experience with supplier contract management and negotiations
  • Basic knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Proficiency in SAP and Ariba systems
  • Effective leadership and project management skills
  • Green Belt certification preferred for process improvement
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies in alignment with business needs.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts for indirect goods and services.
  • Lead supplier management and contract negotiations on a regional and global scale.
  • Facilitate supplier agreements and necessary contract modifications.
  • Build a supplier network to support operational requirements and mitigate supply chain issues.
  • Represent indirect procurement in cross-functional teams addressing supply and customer needs.
  • Monitor performance metrics to align with corporate objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive AMD benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangements with a hybrid work model
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

Manage all the indirect procurement activities to ensure the supply in a region to support business requirements. Ensure the compliance of company procurement process and policies to mitigate risks. Manage the cost by developing and implementing a regional procurement strategy.

THE PERSON:

We're looking for someone with an appetite for knowledge, motivated, resourceful, independent, and who can take initiative in this fast-paced environment. You should possess strong communication skills and stakeholder management skills who can interface well with internal and external partners across AMD.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop procurement strategies and present them to procurement leadership; own and drive execution of the aligned strategy.
  • Plan, organize, and manage contracts and negotiations for the strategic acquisition of indirect goods and services.
  • Lead supplier contract management, negotiations, and comprehensive supplier management strategies across global, regional, and local environments.
  • Facilitate supplier agreement negotiations, renegotiations, and contract addendums.
  • Build and maintain a robust supplier network to support capacity requirements and manage global supply chain challenges.
  • Represent indirect procurement on cross-functional teams addressing supply challenges and customer needs.
  • Collaborate with product, manufacturing, quality engineering, finance, and product support teams.
  • Define and monitor performance metrics aligned with Annual Operating Plan (AOP) objectives and drive continuous supplier improvement.
  • Evaluate cost, quality, and risk associated with the preferred supplier base.
  • Develop and implement a strategic procurement plan to define a preferred supplier base.
  • Encourage early supplier involvement in new service designs to optimize quality, cost, and serviceability.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Excellent knowledge of purchasing
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in indirect procurement with a focus on indirect facility categories
  • Basic knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Specific education or experience in SCM preferred.
  • Green Belt certification preferred
  • Demonstrated effective advanced computer skills
  • Effective communication & interpersonal skills
  • Effective leadership skills
  • Effective project management skills
  • Proficiency in SAP procurement transactions
  • Proficiency in Ariba or equivalent e-procurement system
  • Requisition-to-payment process experience
  • Knowledge of strategic sourcing/commodity/spend category management methodology
  • Experience with Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma methodology


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

BS/BA degree in a related technical or business field or MBA plus experience in a related technical or business field.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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About Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

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Join the innovative forefront of technology with a career at Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), a leader in semiconductor development. As part of our global team, you will contribute to an organization renowned for its dedication to innovation, leadership, and diversity in the tech industry.

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Join a team of over 12,000 dedicated professionals at the intersection of technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation. At AMD, you will work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of computing and graphics. Our collaborative environment encourages networking and the sharing of ideas across teams and disciplines.

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
AMD
* Ladders Estimates

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