Buyer/Planner

Wolfspeed; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfspeed in Durham, NC is seeking a Buyer/Planner to ensure uninterrupted material supply for production. You will create, manage, and expedite purchase orders, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate with suppliers on delivery schedules.

The role emphasizes cost management, lead times, and continuous improvements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are required, with experience in ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3 years' experience in buying, planning, or procurement.
• Experience with direct materials purchasing.
• Experience in a self-directed, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels to support production demand.
• Collaborate with planning and category management teams to align material requirements with supplier commitments.
• Communicate daily with suppliers regarding open orders, shortages, delivery schedules, and escalations.
• Analyze MRP/ERP system signals to drive purchasing decisions and replenishment actions.
• Identify and communicate cost savings opportunities and process improvements.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory management

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way.We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.Enjoy doing things that people say can’t be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do.Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them.Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave.Student? We offer continuing education assistance.Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.Here’s the Gist:The Buyer/Planner will work within the Wolfspeed Supply Chain Procurement team and will be responsible for the purchasing and planning of materials. The role will be responsible for executing purchase orders, managing inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers on delivery and lead times, and ensuring uninterrupted material supply to support production. The focus will be on Quality, Delivery, Cost Management, and continuous improvements to enable efficient processing of semiconductor wafers.The Day-to-Day:Create, manage, and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of materialsMonitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to support production demandCollaborate with planning and category management teams to align material requirements with supplier commitmentsCommunicate daily with suppliers regarding open orders, shortages, delivery schedules, and escalationsAnalyze MRP/ERP system signals to drive purchasing decisions and replenishment actionsSupport the introduction of new parts or processes to aid in the timely processing of semiconductor wafersIdentify and communicate cost savings opportunities and process improvement ideasThis Job is Right for You if You Have :BS in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field3 years' experience in a buying, planning, or procurement roleExperience with direct materials purchasingDemonstrated experience working in a self-directed, fast-paced manufacturing environmentEnergetic individual who can support a dynamic and exciting manufacturing and product lineExcellent analytical and organizational skillsResponsive with strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage supplier relationships on a day-to-day basis and resolve supply issues effectivelyPreferred Skills & Certifications:3 years of experience in a Buyer/Planner role, ideally in the semiconductor industryWorking knowledge of Oracle or SAP (MRP/ERP systems) strongly desirableCapable of working cross-functionally in a dynamic environmentCertification as a supply chain professional (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) or Quality (Six Sigma)This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.To put it legally – Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.