Senior Buyer - Semiconductors

Groupe PSA; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage contract execution and supplier performance in the semiconductor sector. This role involves engaging with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with contracts, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and conducting comprehensive market analyses. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, purchasing experience, and proficiency in relevant tools like SAP and Microsoft Office. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to securing critical supplies and optimizing supplier relationships, making a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in automotive or semiconductor industry.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract execution and supplier performance throughout the development phase.
• Conduct market analysis and implement supply security programs.

Skills

Proactive Buyer

Detail-oriented

Results-driven

Semiconductor Industry Expertise

Purchasing Experience

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Cross-functional Experience

Autonomous Work Ability

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Scope

The Buyer will be responsible for managing contract execution, program timing, and supplier performance throughout the development phase and mass production lifetime for an assigned set of commodities.

The Buyer will engage with various stakeholders within Stellantis (Engineering, Program Team, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, etc.) to coordinate actions related to contract execution or program purchasing monitoring.

Activity & Main Deliverables

In accordance with Stellantis Code of Conduct (Ethics & Compliance), the Buyer is accountable for the following activities:

1. Semiconductor Market Analysis

• Monitor global market trends, geopolitical factors, pricing, and demand-supply dynamics within the semiconductor industry.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential roadblocks.
• Track and report on key market indicators and analyze potential future market evolution, releasing a regular market intelligence report (minimum quarterly).

Supply Security Program Implementation

• Identify, coordinate, and implement plans involving over 50 Tier1 and 10 Tier2 suppliers to secure critical semiconductor supplies.
• Ensure contract execution complies with agreed terms and conditions.
• Support implementation of the applicable business model and RASIC framework.
• Facilitate communication to clarify roles and responsibilities among all stakeholders (internal and external).
• Manage supplier relationships to align with Stellantis' goals and targets.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
• Manage lessons learned to propose adjustments that could improve the model.

Semiconductor Cost-Down Initiatives

• Identify market opportunities for cost savings and alternative sourcing.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives for semiconductor components in collaboration with internal purchasing teams.
• Monitor, track, and report on the progress of all cost reduction initiatives.

Other Transversal Activities

• Coordinate and prepare business reviews with suppliers.
• Organize supplier escalations as needed.
• Manage administrative work related to these activities.

Skills

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven buyer.
• Experience or expertise in the semiconductor industry is preferred.
• Purchasing experience, including program purchasing.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills with the ability to interpret market data.
• Good communication skills.
• Cross-functional experience.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in English.

Senior Buyer Profile

• More than 5 years of experience in purchasing within the automotive or semiconductor industry.
• More than 7 years of experience in another industry.

Additional Job Description

Purchasing and/or supplier management experience (nice to have but not mandatory).
Negotiation skills.
Analytical and synthesis skills.
Communication skills.
Proficiency in English.