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First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset Basic Job Functions Responsible for obtaining bids and placing orders for supplies materials services and equipment Negotiates pricing and delivery with key vendors supports supplier development activities to established guidelines and in a cost efficient manner Define sourcing strategies and managing contracts conduct RFQ tendering and cost comparison analysis Responsible for assuring Purchasing Orders are placed and timely deliveries May delegate work to and oversee work of up to two Buyers Essential Functions Responsibilities Responsible for managing the commercial relationship between First Solar and its key local suppliers with full compliance to company s code of conduct Responsible for processing purchase orders according to established guidelines and in a cost efficient manner Responsible for negotiating pricing and other terms with assigned suppliers to improve product cost reduce First Solar inventory and improve cash flow May negotiate and place Purchase Orders for significant capital equipment purchases Independently investigates new suppliers for improved price delivery and quality Participate in and may lead supplier selection qualification evaluation and re-evaluations for new and current suppliers Responsible for managing inventory levels of assigned materials As required expedite or de-expedite deliveries and change scheduled quantities to meet changes in production or requirements including working with Logistics to schedule and arrange timely and cost-effective deliveries Notify suppliers of changes in specification and obtain their approval prior to implementing the change Notify suppliers of quality discrepancies in their incoming material with internal and supplier experts support the identification of root cause and assure corrective action and assure material disposition is appropriate dealt with May work with engineering to modify or finalize specifications Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team building Adheres to all First Solar internal processes and procedures including safety SOA ISO9000 ISO14000 and housekeeping standards May perform Commodity Management functions on some items including development of strategic relationships and negotiating long term supply agreements May travel including internationally to critical suppliers Supplier relationships are maintained and improved Failure to perform responsibilities will have a significant impact on First Solar production and ultimately financial performance Experience 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment Some experience directing the work of other buyers is preferred Ability to identify and engage local supplier base for best purchasing results for First Solar Education BE B-Tech Degree in Purchasing or related fields or equivalent Required Skills Behavioral Motivated focused and target driven individual Proven organizational skills - ability to prioritize High level of skill demonstrated in managing suppliers and supplier relationships Excellent communications and interpersonal skills Has thorough knowledge of commonly-used concepts practices and procedures within the Purchasing field Knowledge of engineering data bases and managing specification changes with suppliers A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected Flexibility to work as per different time zones based on requirement Technical Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office or equivalent In depth knowledge of ERP systems-SAP Oracle systems Broad knowledge of techniques used in negotiating cost reductions along with terms and conditions with suppliers Experience in managing Procure to pay Cycle Physical Requirements if any Required to sit for long periods of time during the day Will walk and climb stairs May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist Required to lift up to 25 lbs May kneel stoop talk and hear Required to use hands to handle carry or feel objects Specific vision abilities are required Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required Equal Opportunity Employer Statement First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce It is the policy of the company to recruit hire train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race color religion sex age national origin veteran status disability sexual orientation or gender identity We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company Job Identification 1021494 Job Category Purchasing-Material Planning Posting Date 05 24 2025 05 55 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations Plot No A-1 1 SIPCOT Industrial Park Sriperumbudur Tamil Nadu 602105 IN Work Schedule Normal Shift PMT