Buyer III

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Buyer III in Gloucester, MA. The Buyer purchases the materials, supplies, machinery and services needed for the company's manufacturing facilities, working across teams to monitor inventory, manage delivery schedules, negotiate with suppliers and procure essential items.

Key responsibilities

• Lead purchasing activities with the manufacturing and engineering departments to keep inventory at planned levels.
• Lead problem resolution for material-related accounting and receiving issues.
• Develop methods of business simplification for the procurement function.
• Participate in developing ISO documents for the purchasing function.
• Manage the purchasing group in the manager's absence and oversee workload distribution among Buyers.
• Train and audit lower-level personnel.
• Manage purchasing projects, monitoring their cost, schedule and scope when required.

Required profile

• Conceptual and practical expertise in the own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Knowledge of best practices and how the area fits with others, awareness of the competition and market differentiators.
• Ability to act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and lead small, low-risk projects.
• Ability to solve complex problems using multiple sources of information and to explain difficult or sensitive information while building consensus.

What we offer

• Salary of $78,000 to $107,500, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and a stock award program.
• Supportive work culture focused on learning, development and career growth.

The position is full-time, with travel of about 10% of the time; relocation is not eligible. Candidates are invited to apply through the company's careers website.