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Description

Starts off at a Buyer II, can go up to a Buyer V. Buyer-Commodity Specialist/Manager (Levels 1 through 6): Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions. Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity; creates and maintains bills of material and parts/commodities numbers in supply chain management or other enterprise wide systems. Participates in maximizing the procurement teams' changes, part parameters; quote table maintenance, supplier database information, error report analysis, and part number/supplier code information. Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g., materials, components, equipment and services). Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value. Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitive. May recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing. Interacts closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues. Works with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability. Requires domestic or global expertise of assigned commodities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Other duties may be assigned. o Purchase materials, products, equipment and supplies in accordance with Ichor guidelines and procedures relating to cost, quality and delivery o Monitor vendor performance o Maintain acceptable inventory levels of component and finished goods o Provide thorough communication between departments o Review schedules to anticipate required materials, products, equipment and supplies, plan capacity requirements and coordinates production or shipments with sales forecasts o Issue purchase orders and maintain open purchase order module insuring accurate delivery dates and quantities at all times, while maintaining desired inventory levels o Schedule orders for shipping in the most cost-effective way o Determine optimal replenishment by supplier o Resolve payment mismatches o Work independently with moderate supervision

Skills

Purchasing, Procurement, Sap, Erp, Microsoft excel, Purchase order, Oracle, Guidelines, Regulations, Semiconductor

Top Skills Details

Purchasing,Procurement,Sap,Erp,Microsoft excel,Purchase order,Oracle,Guidelines,Regulations

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Semiconductor Industry Experience is a nice to have, strongly preferred o Good project management skills o Knowledge of timing and scheduling of purchased goods and services o Strong customer service skills o Ability to interact with other members of the organization o Excellent verbal and written communication skills o Ability to sit for prolonged periods and occasionally walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Opportunity for advancement to a Buyer V+ Standard Benefits Package: Medical/Vision/Dental (Family coverage at $0 Premiums) Life, AD&D Voluntary Plan Options FREE Wellness Plan (EAP+) - whole household eligible for 4 sessions of life coaching, 12 sessions of therapy. Mental Health Wellness Program (SpringHealth) Free Yoga classes

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.