Senior Buyer

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

Job summary

Unigen Corporation, headquartered in Newark, California, is seeking a Senior Buyer in Newark, CA. The role focuses on procurement decisions, coordinating purchasing with internal groups and suppliers, and ensuring data integrity in the purchasing system.

Responsibilities include purchasing materials to meet production schedules, maintaining inventory, overseeing cost controls, and negotiating with vendors to secure best value.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Generate and issue purchase orders and maintain PO data accuracy.
• Monitor cost, schedule and scope of assigned contracts to ensure best value.
• Coordinate RFQ for new business and revise OEM/CM price monthly/quarterly.
• Monitor movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required purchases.
• Evaluate vendors and develop new supply sources.
• Manage all aspects of the procurement process, including packaging, labeling, MRB, returns, and expedited freight.

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Oracle

Portus

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Agile

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 essential 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