Senior Buyer

Headway Technologies Inc; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Headway Technologies Inc. in Milpitas, California, seeks a Sr. Buyer to review, analyze, and process approved purchase requisitions, entering and updating PO data in ERP systems such as PeopleSoft or SAP.

The role requires requesting and evaluating vendor quotes, maintaining the supplier database, and performing make-versus-buy cost analyses to secure best value. The Sr. Buyer coordinates with internal teams, monitors PPV to minimize costs, and tracks overdue orders while ensuring quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance or equivalent experience.
• Five years of experience in supply chain, commodities, or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft or SAP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, analyzes, and processes approved purchase requisitions for goods or services in ERP (PeopleSoft or SAP).
• Requests, reviews, and processes quotes from approved vendors or suppliers.
• Maintains and updates approved vendor/supplier list and performs cost analysis (make-versus-buy).
• Monitors PPV to ensure lowest cost and negotiates with vendors; secures alternate sources as needed.
• Tracks overdue or delinquent orders and escalates issues to maintain delivery schedule.
• Provides information or reports to departments as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Business/Economics/Finance or equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

TITLE: SR. BUYERFLSA STATUS: EXEMPTREPORTS TO: SR. MANAGER, PURCHASINGSUMMARY:Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Purchasing, the Sr. Buyer is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and processing approved purchase requisitions for goods or services, including entering and updating purchase order information in PeopleSoft or similar Enterprise Resource Program (ERP), requesting, reviewing, and processing quotes from approved vendors or suppliers, updating and maintaining the approved vendor database, and performing cost analysis (make- versus-buy) or researching alternate sourcing as needed. This position is located in Milpitas, California.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Reviews, analyzes, and processes approved purchase requisitions for goods or services in Company ERP application such as PeopleSoft or SAPRequests, reviews, and processes quotes from approved vendors or suppliersResearch new vendors or suppliers as needed to ensure standards for quality, performance, price, and on-time delivery are met consistentlyMaintains and updates approved vendor/supplier list as neededMonitors Purchase Price Variance (PPV) to ensure lowest cost/price; negotiates with vendors or suppliers over time to reduce cost; secures alternate sources as neededMonitors and tracks overdue or delinquent orders; escalates issues as necessary in order to maintain delivery scheduleResponds to requests for information or reports from departments or employeesAdheres to all safety policies and procedures as requiredPerforms other duties of a similar nature or levelMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance and/or equivalent relevant experienceFive years of experience working in supply chain, commodities, or procurement in a manufacturing environmentExperience using an ERP system such as PeopleSoft or SAPProficient in the use of Microsoft Office ApplicationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of the purchasing principles and practices, including reviewing and approving purchase requisitions, vendor/supplier management, and cost reduction initiativesKnowledge and ability to use an ERP application such as PeopleSoft or SAP to enter, modify, and track approved purchase requisitionsKnowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentationsAble to communicate effectively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management both verbally and in writingAble to comply with all safety policies and proceduresDemonstrated analytical and critical thinking skillsDemonstrated organizational and time management skillsDemonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skillsFlexible and able to prioritizeThe annual base salary for this full-time position is between $92,929.95-136,661.69+ bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.WORKING CONDITIONS:The Sr. Buyer works primarily in an office environment from Monday to Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs; may travel from building-to-building as needed. Stands, sits, and walks; performs various fine grasping movements, bends, and twists; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment. May occasionally push, pull, or lift up to 10 or more pounds.TDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Applicants and employees who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of a position should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.