Associate Buyer, Procurement

Analog Devices (NASDAQ: ADI) designs and manufactures semiconductor products and solutions. We enable our customers to interpret the world around us by intelligently bridging the physical and digital worlds with unmatched technologies that sense, measure and connect.

Description Summary

The Buyer is mainly responsible for processing purchase requests into orders for global procurement function, where focus would be primarily on processing Purchase Requisition for FAB, Purchase Order for FAB, Corp functions & other related activities. The Buyer is required to seek and obtain cost reductions via vendor negotiations, alternate or low-cost vendor identification etc. SAP and ADI-Maxim internal procurement systems are the primary tools used to perform the job. Good excel, word, power point, contract and project management skills are necessary to be successful in the job

This position requires flexibility in working hours to allow for communication and team participation with Global ADI Procurement Team. Buyer acts as point of contact for Procurement related assistance for our offices across ADI-Maxim. Buyer is also expected to work with ADI-Maxim FAB & Corp functions to assist them in various projects & cost reduction activities.

**Job Description**:

- Maintaining optimum inventory levels for different workgroups i.e. consumables, critical spares, office supplies etc., used in our manufacturing facility at MFN, Beaverton
- Procurement of different category materials i.e. consumables, critical spares, office supplies etc. using different IT systems including SAP to accomplish the related tasks
- Creating purchase requisitions (PR) by Sending RFQ’s, analyzing vendor quotes, techno-commercial discussion with vendors, technical confirmation from stakeholder, forming sourcing & negotiation strategy in coordination with stakeholders
- Processing Purchase requisitions into purchase orders (POs), Vendor follow-up for timely delivery of material, vendor development & management, Post PO support, Resolving vendor payment issues etc
- Working on various inventory management, procurement & other projects
- Contract creation, NDAs, Vendor setup, OTD/VDO/MDO tracking, reports etc.
- Education - Graduate & Post Graduates (B.Sc./B.Com/ BBA/Diploma/MBA etc.) with minimum 60% marks
- Experience - Entry level / Fresher (0-1 Year)

**Required Skills**:

- Good English verbal and written communication & interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Microsoft Windows/Word/Power point/Outlook
- Strong analytical, mathematical & problem-solving skill
- Demonstrated Cost Reduction, Negotiation & Contract management skills
- Ready to work in night shifts in order to support and interact with stakeholders in other countries.
- Negotiation skills (i.e. competitive bidding, volume leverage, cost breakdown, sourcing from low cost countries/vendors etc.) with involvement in regular procurement activities
- Knowledge of Inventory management, vendor management/development etc.
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external customers (e.g. stakeholders & vendors) for smooth operational functions
- Experience working with virtual teams across the globe

Desired Skills (Not Mandatory)
- Management Degree, especially in Supply Chain or Business management_
- Wafer FAB experience. Strong knowledge of laws relating to procurement activities in Europe and USA
- Knowledge of SAP MM module as a user Finance and Accounting experience ISO and Quality knowledge
- For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position - except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) - may have to go through an export licensing review process._
- Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group._

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days