Purchasing Specialist (Global Support)
Core
Coordinate purchase and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies within a manufacturing facility to support multiple brands and new product launches.
Role type
Senior IC purchasing specialist (global support)
Builds
Direct material costs and supply chain for manufacturing products
Domain
Manufacturing / Global Procurement
Required skills
cost estimation, supplier negotiation, RFQ management, expediting, domestic and global sourcing, new product launch support, cost reduction program management, supplier performance management, risk management, contract management, documentation management, cross-cultural communication
Preferred skills
SAP, MRP (JD Edwards), Japanese language, International Trade Practice, 6S/5S, Lean Six Sigma
Technologies
SAP, JD Edwards Enterprise One
Responsibilities
Estimate costs by reviewing market prices and determining supplier costs; manage negotiation and implementation of technical modifications; handle event ordering including RFQ, negotiation, and expediting; support domestic and global sourcing for multiple brands; work on new product launches; set cost reduction programs; project manage purchasing activities for concurrent new product development programs; ensure product launch targets for quality, cost, and timing; hold suppliers accountable to commitments; find new cost-effective materials; ensure supplier documentation is set; apply information to Local Procurement Technical Assessment; support other departments; maintain good relationships with suppliers.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
