Buyer

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Integrated Services (USA) Corp. is seeking a procurement professional to develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships for its high-tech construction projects in Phoenix.

Responsibilities include supplier selection, cost-saving initiatives, performance reporting, and ensuring regulatory compliance across projects. A bachelor's degree is preferred with 2+ years of procurement experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or above.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supplier selection for products and services used by the company.
• Identify and develop sourcing strategies to deliver cost savings.
• Conduct analysis and prepare reports on supplier performance metrics and spending.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.

Job description

United Integrated Services (USA) Corp. was founded in Phoenix, Arizona in 2020. UIS is a U.S. subsidiary of United Integrated Services Co., Ltd. (UIS Taiwan) which was founded in Taiwan in 1982. UIS is a multidisciplinary engineering and construction company. We provide fully integrated design-build services to our clients in the high-technology industry for their manufacturing facility needs. Our scope of services includes engineering design, high-tech factory planning, and on-time equipment and material delivery in which clean-room systems, HVAC, electrical systems, and tool hook-up, are all vital parts in need of total coordination.

Summary:

The Buyer will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing the pre-construction process, and analyzing supplier relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist in the supplier selection process for products and services used by the company.
• Identify and develop sourcing strategies to deliver cost savings.
• Conduct analysis and prepare reports on supplier performance metrics, conduct benchmarking studies, and track overall spending.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Establish a goal setting process with suppliers to improve overall performance, processes, and information flow.
• Ensure required product certificates, warranty, and other documents are provided to stakeholders.
• Work closely with the finance team on project cost management, month end accruals, AP and PO questions including issue resolution.
• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, and repair services for assigned projects.
• Invite tenders, consult with suppliers, and review quotations.
• Monitor market changes for any potential impact of overall project cost.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or above.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in procurement.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of procurement processes.
• Familiarity with overall supply chain procedures, construction specific preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to use procurement related software, such as ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High level of attention to detail, and highly organized.
• Independent and self-motivated with experience managing within a distributed office environment.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with all levels of employees, clients, and subcontractors.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Ability to work in a construction site environment (trailer office).

Language Proficiency:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin desired

Nice to have:

• Start-up experience.
• Semiconductor construction experience.
• International work experience, a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license. May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
• Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
• Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
• Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
• Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.

Disclaimer:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.