Brooks
semiconductor
Buyer
“Buyer at Brooks. Skills: sourcing and procuring essential materials, managing supplier relationships, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality components, analyzing market trends, supplier performance, cost savings, process improvements. sourcing and procuring essential materials. managing supplier relationships”
What You'll Achieve.
driving competitive advantage; securing high-quality materials for the site; minimize holding costs; ensure the availability of critical components; streamline purchasing processes; maintain meticulous records; cost savings; process improvements
Industry & Context.
Good analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
at least 5+ years of buying experience in purchasing metals, cables, sheet metal, machining parts and some electrical devices and/or PCBA’s (Printed Circuit Board Assemblies), skills in negotiating contracts, including pricing, delivery schedules, and terms of payment, Vendor management experience in buying from and dealing with overseas and local suppliers, Ability to work independently and collaboratively, Well-versed in inventory management techniques, including Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory, to minimize holding costs and ensure the availability of critical components, Good analytical skills and proficiency with procurement software such as Oracle Procurement Cloud, or similar platforms to streamline purchasing processes and maintain meticulous records
Nice to Have
Semiconductor industry experience will be highly similar manufacturing sector exposure such as automotive, industrial manufacturing etc. are also welcome to apply
What You'll Do.
sourcing and procuring essential materials
managing supplier relationships
ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality components
analyzing market trends and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions
driving competitive advantage and securing high-quality materials for the site
Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement while maintaining high-quality standards for materials and services
Create and maintain relationships with vendors
monitoring performance and addressing any issues as they arise
Track and manage stock levels and optimizing inventory to meet demand
using inventory management systems
Ensure purchase prices meet organizational requirements
Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify potential opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
Negotiate minimum order quantity (MOQ) pricing with suppliers
Reschedule in & out requirements as driven by the ERP system
Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
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