Procurement Assistant: ERP Buyer & Supplier Negotiations

Coherent; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a on-site Purchase/Procurement professional in Sunnyvale, CA to manage PO creation in the ERP, monitor supplier performance, and support cost-saving initiatives. You will work with engineering, planning, logistics, and receiving teams to ensure on-time delivery and accurate records.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and experience in purchasing or supply chain, with strong Excel and ERP skills, and excellent communication abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (Oracle preferred).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Monitor order status and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Support cost-saving and supplier negotiation initiatives.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, logistics, and receiving teams.
• Resolve delivery, quality, and invoicing issues with suppliers.
• Track inventory levels and assist in replenishment planning.
• Analyze purchasing data and prepare reports on supplier performance, cost trends, and delivery metrics.
• Assist in supplier qualification and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Supply chain

ERP

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

AA or above in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Coherent Corp. is seeking a on-site Purchase/Procurement professional in Sunnyvale, CA to manage PO creation in the ERP, monitor supplier performance, and support cost-saving initiatives. You will work with engineering, planning, logistics, and receiving teams to ensure on-time delivery and accurate records.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and experience in purchasing or supply chain, with strong Excel and ERP skills, and excellent communication abilities in a fast-paced environment.