Senior Buyer & Supply Chain Strategist

Applied Materials; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions, is hiring a Buyer to purchase materials, supplies, machinery, and services for state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Austin, TX.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of experience in purchasing, with salary ranges publicly listed as $96,000 to $132,000 per year. The position offers a full-time, on-site role with travel up to 10% and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 4–7 years of experience in purchasing or materials sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing activities to minimize cost while ensuring quality and reliability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve supply issues with engineering, manufacturing, and program managers.
• Ensure supply continuity by managing pull-ins/push-outs with suppliers to meet MRP demand.
• Address material-related accounting and receiving issues.
• Oversee Inventory/E&Z management efforts and optimize processes.
• Communicate complex information clearly to stakeholders and teams.
• Drive process improvements in procurement and implement cost-effective strategies.
• Mentor junior buyers and support strategic planning for procurement.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions, is hiring a Buyer to purchase materials, supplies, machinery, and services for state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Austin, TX.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of experience in purchasing, with salary ranges publicly listed as $96,000 to $132,000 per year. The position offers a full-time, on-site role with travel up to 10% and comprehensive benefits.