The buyer plays an integral role in Purchasing operations in Ichor Systems.
The buyer is the vital interface and will communicate regularly with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
As the custodian for supplier performance, the buyer shall look for opportunities to drive continuous improvements on Quality, Cost and On-Time-Delivery metrics.
They will execute stocking and supply chain programs (such as Kanban) to improve overall efficiency and profitability of Ichor Systems.
ResponsibilitiesChampion and influence best procurement practices and use of software and new technology.
Manage deliveries and escalations of the assigned commodity and suppliers across multiple manufacturing sites.
Assist in monitoring inventory levels, requisitioning materials, and equipment, and ordering new materials when necessary.
Perform analysis on material shortages vs demand analysis and forecasting while reviewing MRP and SSD to avoid supply shortages.
Monitor inventory levels against agreed target levels/safety stocks.
Maintain accurate ERP records, quote, and item master.
Execute purchase orders to suppliers in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate delivery information in the ERP system and in alignment with MRP requirements.
Establish daily working relationships with suppliers, managing changing priorities and escalations.
Maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships through follow-up, communication, and quality of work.
Provide non-binding forecasts information to suppliers and regularly assess, monitor, and report constraints and potential constraints.
Identify root cause issues of delivery constraints and drive corrective actions with both the supplier and cross-functional Ichor Supply Chain team.
Manage returns and repair process for commitments for assigned commodity.
Manage reclaim/salvage/re-sale/rework of excess and obsolete inventory for assigned commodity.
Highly organized and able to manage significant PO workload, track and drive closure on issues.
Ability to learn/understand the supplier's business and manufacturing processes, technology sourced, and product families.
Ability to concisely communicate escalations, requirements, and issues to suppliers, stakeholders, peers, upper management, and customers with clarity.
Strong knowledge of all aspects of purchasing, supplier selection, cost analysis, and negotiation.
Other tasks as assigned by Superior or management.
QualificationsBachelor degree in Business or Engineering preferred.
3-5 years relevant experience or a combination thereof.
Experience working in ERP & PLM systems; Oracle, SAP and Agile preferred.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, hands-on, and results-driven.
Work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in low-volume high-mix Manufacturing environment is a plus.
Basic understanding of Bill of Material (BOM) will be advantageous.
Strong knowledge of all aspects of purchasing, supplier selection, cost & demand analysis, and negotiation.
Company OverviewIchor offers world-class process engineering, manufacturing, materials management, and testing capabilities.
Our 2,500+ employees worldwide are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams.
Ichor Systems is an equal opportunity employer (EOO) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr