Buyer 3 - 12 Months Contract

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research seeks a Buyer in Batu Kawan, Penang (Malaysia) for a 12-month contract to drive inventory procurement, coordinate with departments, and optimize cost and delivery performance within ERP systems.

You will review RFQs, manage supplier relations, and perform cost analysis while ensuring data integrity in enterprise-wide systems. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and market awareness for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; 5+ years of experience.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs, manage RFQ changes and purchase order changes.
• Maintain supplier relations to commercially support Lam’s business.
• Coordinate cross-functional purchasing activities to acquire inventory cost-effectively and timely.
• Procurement system data input and integrity within ERP.
• Perform cost analysis and volume planning for commodities.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and scope of subcontracts to negotiate best value.
• Engage with suppliers to review performance, deliveries and quality.
• Support commodity management with internal stakeholders on market trends and pricing.

Skills

English communication

Procure-to-Pay familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MRP systems

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Buyer 3 - 12 Months Contract

Date: Sep 10, 2026

Location: Batu Kawan, Penang, MY

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics,and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations.We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while activelysupporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

At Lam, as a Buyer, you play a pivotal role in our procurement process. You analyze purchase requirements and coordinate purchasing activities across departments to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of inventory. You'll support processing purchase requisitions, change orders, and quotes (RFQs) from suppliers. Engaging in cost analysis and volume planning within our enterprise-wide systems (ERPs), you negotiate for the best value and explore new supply sources for cost-saving. Your expertise ensures Lam's procurement remains efficient and competitive on a global scale.

What you’ll do

• Review purchase requisitions, manage request for quotes (RFQ’s), and purchase order changes.


• Responsible for ongoing supplier relations commercially supporting the Lam business.


• Partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate purchasing activities to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.


• Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity within enterprise-wide systems (ERP).


• Perform cost analysis and volume planning for commodities.


• Monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value.


• Interacts closely with suppliers to review and manage performance, deliveries, and quality.


• Work with internal stakeholders to support commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field with 5+ years of experience; or equivalent experience.


• Deep knowledge or experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems such as SAP, Oracle, or other procurement related tools.


• Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in the semiconductor industry or other high-tech industries.


• Prior experience in procurement, Procure-to-Pay processes, or similar functions.


• Foundational understanding of commodity market indicators and technical data.


• Prior experience managing the commercial and tactical aspects of supply chain requirements.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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