Senior Buyer

Axcelis Technologies; Beverly (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcelis Technologies is seeking a Senior Buyer in Beverly, MA (Hybrid). You will own end‑to‑end procurement for high‑value commodities, collaborating with domestic and international suppliers to drive cost, delivery, and performance for advanced semiconductor manufacturing operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of procurement experience, with strong supplier management and negotiation skills to support manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience managing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and supporting manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an individual contributor in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze purchase requisitions; generate RFQs and execute purchase orders for assigned suppliers
• Manage purchase order delivery schedules to support manufacturing and operational plans
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of procurement and supplier data within ERP and supply chain management systems
• Monitor cost, delivery performance, and quality for assigned parts and suppliers to ensure optimal value and quality
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements; manage purchase price variance (PPV) against standard cost
• Identify and deliver cost reduction opportunities, including identifying new suppliers, volume procurement discount opportunities and tariff mitigation. Utilize total cost analysis to deliver cost reductions.
• Identify new supply sources when existing suppliers are no longer competitive, do not meet performance requirements or present supply risks.
• Evaluate and recommend cost-saving initiatives such as alternative sourcing and make-versus-buy decisions
• Partner with Quality to resolve supplier quality and performance issues
• Collaborate with management on commodity strategies, provide market trend analysis, develop pricing strategies, and address supplier capacity and delivery risks
• Maintain domestic and/or global commodity expertise; support supplier visits and sourcing activities as required
• Travel domestically and internationally to meet with suppliers and potential new suppliers may be required.

Skills

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Manufacturing support

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Buyer

Location: Beverly, MA (Hybrid)
Reports to: Supply Chain Optimization Manager

Travel Required: Yes

From RFQs to delivery - own the buying that keeps the factory running.

For more than four decades, Axcelis Technologies has been a leader in semiconductor manufacturing innovation, delivering advanced ion implantation systems relied upon by the world’s top chipmakers. Our tools and process expertise enable the semiconductors that power modern life—from smartphones and computers to vehicles and industrial technologies—while supporting a more sustainable future.

With more than 30 global locations and a worldwide installed base, Axcelis operates within a complex, fast‑moving supply chain. As a Senior Buyer , you’ll take end‑to‑end ownership of procurement for complex, high‑value commodities—working hands‑on with domestic and international suppliers to drive cost, delivery, and performance in support of high‑tech manufacturing operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Review and analyze purchase requisitions; generate RFQs and execute purchase orders for assigned suppliers
• Manage purchase order delivery schedules to support manufacturing and operational plans
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of procurement and supplier data within ERP and supply chain management systems
• Monitor cost, delivery performance, and quality for assigned parts and suppliers to ensure optimal value and quality
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements; manage purchase price variance (PPV) against standard cost
• Identify and deliver cost reduction opportunities, including identifying new suppliers, volume procurement discount opportunities and tariff mitigation. Utilize total cost analysis to deliver cost reductions.
• Identify new supply sources when existing suppliers are no longer competitive, do not meet performance requirements or present supply risks.
• Evaluate and recommend cost‑saving initiatives such as alternative sourcing and make‑versus‑buy decisions
• Partner with Quality to resolve supplier quality and performance issues
• Collaborate with management on commodity strategies, provide market trend analysis, develop pricing strategies, and address supplier supplier capacity and other delivery risks.
• Maintain domestic and/or global commodity expertise; support supplier visits and sourcing activities as required
• Travel domestically and internationally to meet with suppliers and potential new suppliers may be required.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an individual contributor in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Experience managing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and supporting manufacturing environments
• Global sourcing experience and commodity expertise preferred

Why Axcelis?

At Axcelis, you’ll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative, innovative‑driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career while contributing to technology that shapes the future.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE

$98,703.12 - $148,054.68

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on

multiple factors, including job‑related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work

location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as

you develop within the role.

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the

Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular

employees working 20+ hours a week).