Buyer

Job Description

In collaboration with teammates in OEM Obsolescence Purchasing and Engineering, the OEM Obsolescence Buyer will manage a set of long-term projects towards successful implementation of replacement parts without disruption to the Applied Materials factory. In addition to the regular purchasing skills, this position requires the following abilities: Management of a high-mix project portfolio in a complex environment Supply chain analysis using internal databases and conversations with external stakeholders Facilitate Engineering in implementing phased changes to BOM structure Creatively solve supply interruptions at the lowest possible cost Guide diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders with divergent goals to a sustainable consensus. Supplier negotiation to arrange efficient and cost-effective solutions to supply chain disruptions Present persuasive business cases and make financially sound decisions. Creation of project charters for projects that may exceed $10M over 5 years. Monitoring and auditing of inventory held at various global locations via monthly reports. Interaction with Engineering, Manufacturing, Spares, Commodity Business Managers, Product Line Managers, Legal, and Finance. Hold stakeholders accountable in a complex process while working to design and implement process improvements. Use of Excel pivot tables and v-lookups. Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes.