Buyer (B3)

Applied Materials; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Bangalore is seeking a Buyer to procure materials, equipment, and services for our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. You will collaborate across teams to monitor inventory, manage delivery schedules, negotiate with suppliers, and drive purchasing efficiencies.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience in purchasing, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong organizational skills to support supply continuity and cost optimization. Travel and relocation are possible as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–4 years of experience in purchasing/procurement.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure supply continuity to enable manufacturing with speed and quality.
• Lead cross-functional team to resolve supply issues with key stakeholders.
• Drive purchasing to achieve lowest cost while maintaining quality and reliability.
• Lead inventory and E&Z reduction efforts.
• Manage assigned purchasing projects (cost, schedule, scope).
• Handle sensitive information with supplier leadership and internal teams.
• Contribute to process improvements and train department on purchasing activities.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supply chain

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Location:

Bangalore,IND

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) .

As a Buyer, you’ll be responsible for purchasing the materials, supplies, machinery, and services that equip our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facilities. You’ll collaborate across teams and showcase your organization and strategic planning skills to monitor inventory, manage delivery scheduling, negotiate with suppliers, and procure essential items that transform possibilities into realities for our customers and teams.

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure supply continuity to enable manufacturing with speed and quality. Execute and manage pull‑ins/push‑outs with suppliers to meet MRP demand
• Lead cross‑functional team to drive problem resolution for supply issues with key stakeholders (i.e. engineering, manufacturing, Program Managers, Supplier Account Management)
• Drive purchasing activities to execute purchase at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
• Lead inventory and E&Z reduction efforts
• Manage and lead assigned Purchasing Projects (i.e. Manage cost, schedule, and scope as required)
• Manage complex and sensitive information with supplier leadership team and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to purchasing process improvement within the team and Act as trainer for department purchasing activities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2‑4 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of industry best practices, key business drivers, competition in the marketplace
• Demonstrated leadership skills to lead small projects and build consensus, as needed

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.