Senior Buyer (52169)

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. This includes entering and updating purchase order information in PeopleSoft or similar Enterprise Resource Program (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.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, analyzes, and processes approved purchase requisitions for goods or services in 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 approved vendor/supplier list as needed
• Monitors Purchase Price Variance (PPV) to ensure lowest cost/price; negotiates with vendors or suppliers over time to reduce cost; secures alternate sources as needed
• Monitors and tracks overdue or delinquent orders; escalates issues as necessary in order 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

Requirements

• 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

Skills

• 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 and collaborative communication with all levels of employees and management both verbally and in writing
• Compliance with all safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated 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. Within the range, individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job-related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience.

Schedule

The Sr. Buyer works primarily in an office environment from Monday to Friday. The schedule may occasionally be altered to meet business or operational needs. Some travel between buildings may be required.