Senior Buyer - ERP & Strategic Sourcing Lead

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

Job summary

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Sr. Buyer to review and process approved requisitions, enter purchase orders in ERP, and coordinate quotes from vendors. This role emphasizes cost analysis, vendor management, and ensuring on-time delivery in a manufacturing environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of procurement experience, ERP familiarity (PeopleSoft or SAP), and strong MS Office skills. Exempt position with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with experience in procurement.
• 5 years in supply chain, commodities, or procurement in manufacturing.
• ERP experience with PeopleSoft or SAP and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review and process approved purchase requisitions in ERP (PeopleSoft/SAP).
• Request, review, and process quotes from vendors.
• Research new vendors to ensure quality, price, and delivery standards.
• Maintain vendor database and monitor PPV to reduce cost.
• Escalate overdue orders to maintain delivery schedules.
• Communicate with departments and generate reports as needed.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Analytical ability

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Sr. Buyer to review and process approved requisitions, enter purchase orders in ERP, and coordinate quotes from vendors. This role emphasizes cost analysis, vendor management, and ensuring on-time delivery in a manufacturing environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of procurement experience, ERP familiarity (PeopleSoft or SAP), and strong MS Office skills. Exempt position with competitive compensation and benefits.