Senior Buyer

Unigen Corporation; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Unigen Corporation, headquartered in Newark, California, is a leading EMS provider delivering design-to-manufacture services for memory modules and storage devices. The Senior Buyer will optimize material flow, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure data integrity in procurement systems to support on-time production.

Join a team focused on quality, cost control, and competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, as you help drive value across the supply chain in a fast-paced semiconductor

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 7 years of material planning experience in a PCBA manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills with cost-control focus.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Monitor cost, schedule and scope of assigned contracts to assure best quality at best value.
• Coordinate RFQ for new business and revise existing OEM/CM price monthly/quarterly; manage make-versus-buy analyses.
• Monitor, coordinate, and communicate the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials purchases.
• Evaluate vendor reliability and develop new supply sources; interface and negotiate with vendors.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cost control

Supply chain coordination

Data analysis

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Agile

Oracle ERP

Portus

Job description

Unigen, headquartered in Newark, California, is a trusted partner for businesses seeking to power their next generation of products. Founded in 1991, we've grown into a leading provider of electronics manufacturing services (EMS), offering a comprehensive suite of solutions from design and manufacturing to supply chain management. From advanced memory modules to high-density storage devices, our solutions are engineered to meet the demanding needs of today's technology landscape. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures that our partners have the tools they need to succeed.

At Unigen, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and make a real difference. Working at Unigen means you'll be surrounded by other innovative companies, have access to top talent, and be close to world-class resources. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching. This location, combined with our benefits, provides a unique advantage for those looking to thrive in the semiconductor industry.

Job Title: Senior Buyer
Location: Newark, CA

Department: Procurement

Reports to: Senior Materials Manager

Job Overview:

The Senior Buyer analyzes and makes purchase decisions, coordinates purchasing activities with internal groups and suppliers, and is responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity and cost control in purchasing.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

1. Purchase materials, using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels:

• Gather quotations, examine bids and make awards.
• Manage inventory according to established guidelines and targets.
• Generate and issue purchase orders (PO) and maintain PO data accuracy.

2. Monitor and control cost, schedule and scope of assigned contracts to assure best quality at best value

• Coordinate excess for Part Number Change (PNC) and/or negotiate buy-back to supplier.
• Manage RFQ for new business and revise existing OEM/CM price monthly/quarterly.
• Manage key component replacement and new revision, shortage allocation and risk-buy.
• Recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis and alternative sourcing.

3. Monitor, coordinate, and communicate the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials purchases

• Review product roadmap quarterly with engineers and suppliers, coordinate SPCN, EOL process and LTB activities.
• Analyze floor stock min/max program to address shortages with supplier.
• Communicate forecast/demand analysis internally and externally.
• Monitor and, if necessary, elevate critical inbound deliveries.

4. Evaluate vendor reliability and develop new supply sources

• Interface and negotiate with vendors.

5. Manage all other aspects of the procurement process

• Manage consumables such as packaging and labeling.
• Manage MRB and coordinate returns with supplier via RMA.
• Review and negotiate expedite freight charges.
• Follow up with Accounts Payable to resolve payment issues.

Key Tools and Technology:

• Document and presentation software: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe Acrobat
• Document control software: Agile
• Enterprise Resource Planning software: Oracle
• Data mining, analysis, and reporting software: Portus

Required Education and Experience:

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years of material planning experience within a PCBA manufacturing environment