Strategic Senior Buyer – Semiconductors & Supply Continuity

Persimmon Technologies Corporation; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Job summary

Persimmon Technologies seeks a Senior Buyer to ensure uninterrupted material supply for manufacturing and customer commitments. The role blends strategic supplier management with tactical procurement in a fast-paced semiconductor capital equipment environment.

The Senior Buyer will manage supplier relationships, support quarterly business reviews, and drive cost reduction and continuity initiatives across key suppliers. 25% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• Experience in procurement and supplier management in manufacturing.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 25%).

Responsibilities

• Review MRP planning recommendations and execute purchasing activities for assigned commodities and suppliers.
• Manage purchase orders, acknowledgements, expedites, pushouts, cancellations and delivery commitments.
• Monitor material shortages and mitigate supply risks affecting production schedules and customer deliveries.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support operations while minimizing excess/ obsolete stock.
• Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to support requirements.

Skills

ERP/MRP knowledge

Negotiation & supplier management

Data analysis (Excel)

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

4-year degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Persimmon Technologies seeks a Senior Buyer to ensure uninterrupted material supply for manufacturing and customer commitments. The role blends strategic supplier management with tactical procurement in a fast-paced semiconductor capital equipment environment.

The Senior Buyer will manage supplier relationships, support quarterly business reviews, and drive cost reduction and continuity initiatives across key suppliers. 25% travel may be required.