Senior Buyer (52169)

FLSA Status: Exempt. Reports to: Sr. Manager, Purchasing.

Summary

Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Purchasing, the Sr. Buyer is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and processing approved purchase requisitions for goods or services, including entering and updating purchase order information in PeopleSoft or similar ERP, requesting, reviewing, and processing quotes from approved vendors or suppliers, updating and maintaining the approved vendor database, and performing cost analysis (make‑versus‑buy) or researching alternate sourcing as needed. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Essential Functions

• Reviews, analyzes, and processes approved purchase requisitions for goods or services in the Company ERP application such as PeopleSoft or SAP.
• Requests, reviews, and processes quotes from approved vendors or suppliers.
• Researches new vendors or suppliers as needed to ensure standards for quality, performance, price, and on‑time delivery are met consistently.
• Maintains and updates the approved vendor/supplier list as needed.
• Monitors Purchase Price Variance (PPV) to ensure lowest cost/price; negotiates with vendors or suppliers to reduce cost and secures alternate sources as needed.
• Monitors and tracks overdue or delinquent orders; escalates issues as necessary to maintain delivery schedule.
• Responds to requests for information or reports from departments or employees.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five years of experience working in supply chain, commodities, or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using an ERP system such as PeopleSoft or SAP.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of purchasing principles and practices, including reviewing and approving purchase requisitions, vendor/supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ability to use an ERP application such as PeopleSoft or SAP to enter, modify, and track approved purchase requisitions.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations.
• Effective verbal and written communication with all levels of employees and management.
• Compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Organizational and time‑management skills.
• Problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize.

Pay

The annual base salary for this full‑time position is between $92,929.95 and $136,661.69, plus bonus target and benefits. Pay within the range may differ based on job responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The salary range is subject to change.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office environment, Monday to Friday; schedule may be altered to meet business needs.
• May travel between buildings as needed.
• Physical activities include standing, sitting, walking, fine grasping movements, bending, twisting, operating a computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Occasionally may push, pull, or lift 10 + pounds.