Buyer, Procurement Infrastructure & Indirect

Samsung Electronics; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite facilities (cafés, gym)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Procurement Buyer to join the Infrastructure Procurement team. The role focuses on sourcing, negotiating pricing and terms, and managing supplier relationships to deliver cost-efficient service agreements.

You will work with internal customers and external vendors, driving procurement workflows, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with Samsung policies. This on-site position emphasizes a results-driven approach and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of related procurement experience.
• CPM/CPSM/CPIM certification is a plus.
• Self-motivated with initiative, flexibility, customer service, and attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation skills for contracts and terms.
• Knowledge of costing and pricing methodologies.
• Proficient in MS Excel.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication.
• Strong business acumen and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Source suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms.
• Facilitate procurement workflows and vendor selection.
• Manage contracts, revisions, and renewals.
• Provide regular management reporting.
• Drive cost efficiencies with internal customers.
• Ensure compliance with procurement rules and Samsung processes.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Vendor management

Contract terms

Costing & pricing

Attention to detail

Communication

Project-based procurement

Procurement processes

Education

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

CPM/CPSM/CPIM certification

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

The role is a buyer position within the Infrastructure Procurement department reporting to Supervisor/Manager. The Procurement Buyer will be responsible for supporting and executing on professional procurement responsibilities (detailed below) for primarily service segments related to repair & maintenance, time & material agreements, and equipment purchasing. This includes sourcing, negotiation, and working with internal customers and external vendors to reach mutually agreeable and cost efficient business agreements. Role requires the ability to successfully manage relationships both externally (with vendor, 3PL, etc.) and internally. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, organized, and comfortable working with multiple suppliers while representing Samsung in the most honest manner. This role is more specific to project based procurement that will facilitate service agreements and at the same time working with end users to determine the best and most cost efficient solutions for the company (subject to change based on company needs).

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Primary responsibilities include sourcing, negotiate pricing/terms, facilitate procurement workflow, vendor selection/management, contract revisions/renewals, and regular reporting to management
• Manage and drive the procurement processes using Samsung systems.
• Work with internal customers and drive cost efficiencies.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, solve problems, and make procedural decisions and/or judgements.
• Assess value and product/service reliability relative to cost; plan, organize, and coordinates acquisition alternatives, as appropriate.
• To follow procurement rules & regulations and enforce onto procedures and activities that support Samsung processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of related experience
• CPM/CPSM/CPIM certification a plus
• Self-motivated individual with high initiative, flexibility, customer service, and strong attention to detail
• Skills in the negotiation and establishment of contractual arrangements for goods and services
• Knowledge of costing and pricing methodologies
• Proficient with MS Excel
• Clear and concise communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong business acumen and sense of ownership

The current base salary range for this role is between$84,000 - $135,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
  

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

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