Buyer II

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Buyer II in Santa Clara, CA. The Buyer purchases the materials, supplies, machinery and services needed for the company's manufacturing facilities, working across teams to monitor inventory, schedule deliveries, negotiate with suppliers and procure items for customers.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure supply continuity so manufacturing runs with speed and quality.
• Follow up on orders, verify deliveries, approve payments and keep the necessary records.
• Follow standard purchasing business processes.
• Drive timely delivery and shipment of parts from suppliers to Applied factories, resolving shipment, receiving and billing issues.
• Partner with suppliers on demand and supply collaboration, and manage pull-ins and push-outs to meet MRP demand.
• Drive inventory and E&Z reduction efforts.
• Negotiate and execute purchase orders and RFQs to achieve the lowest cost while considering quality, supplier reliability and urgency.
• Solve supply issues with engineering, manufacturing and Program Managers, with manager support.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree.
• 1-2 years of related experience.
• A solid understanding of the industry's key business drivers (preferred).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to explain complex information to others (preferred).

What we offer

• Salary of $73,500 to $101,000, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and stock award program.
• A supportive work culture that encourages learning and career development.