Procurement Parts Buyer 74741

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the world and an integral part of Central Texas for more than 28 years, driving job generation, economic impact and engagement with the surrounding community.

 

Samsung Austin Semiconductor serves a global customer base with broad semiconductor process technology offerings that impact everyday life including mobile, graphic, consumer, networking/high performance computing, Internet of Things, RF and automotive. Through successful collaborations with foundry customers and a continuous drive to develop the most cutting-edge technologies, Samsung Austin Semiconductor has become a major player in the foundry market. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s technology portfolio for the Austin campus ranges from 65nm to 28nm using planar transistor technology to the more advanced 14nm 3D FinFet technology.

 

Samsung has invested $18 billion in operating two fabs at the Austin, Texas campus on Parmer Lane, since 1996 -- making it one of the largest direct foreign investments in United States history. The Austin site consists of 2.76 million square feet and more than 600+ acres in land holdings.  Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s economic impact in 2023 generated $15 billion into Austin’s economy through salaries and other expenditures.

 

In 2021, Samsung announced a new facility in Taylor, Texas, where it plans to invest a minimum $17 billion in the build-out. The site spans 1,200+ acres and the first phase of development will have 4.7 million square feet of floor space consisting of a cluster of semiconductor manufacturing buildings such as a fab, office, parking garage, central utility building, and special utility supply facilities. The Taylor facility will boost the production of semiconductor solutions that will power next-generation technologies in areas like 5G, artificial intelligence (AI) and high performance computing.

 

With more than 5,000 employees supporting both campuses, Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a premier and growing employer who provides a great place to work, is committed to environmental stewardship and being a good corporate citizenship.  Our employees are the key to our success and we invest in our people with competitive compensation & benefit packages, career development opportunities and programs that enhance physical, emotional and intellectual well-being. Our employees work at the Austin campus located on Parmer Lane in northeast Austin and the construction campus in Taylor, Texas. Learn more at www.samsung.com/us/sas.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Job Summary/Overview:

We are currently looking for a procurement buyer/manager who will help our Supply Chain operate even more efficiently, by completing a wide range of administrative and commodity management tasks. You will work closely with Engineering, Logistics, as well as Suppliers

Specific Job Duties:

Creating and managing Purchase Orders for spare parts and ensuring timely delivery.
Attending global SCM meetings with suppliers and engineers to discuss procurement strategies.
Contributing to achieving company objectives and KPIs by monitoring procurement-related metrics.
Resolving discrepancies in stock deliveries and updating business practices as needed.
Interfacing with Engineering and end-users to ensure smooth parts orders.
Preparing reports, presentations, and analyses to support decision-making.
Understanding global supply chain concepts and driving project progress.
Negotiating procurement annual part pricing agreements to secure cost savings.
Leading procurement projects, timelines, and cost savings implementation.
Analyzing project requirements and customer needs to ensure effective procurement processes.
Ability to create high-level reports for executives

Shift: 1st

Skills and Qualifications:

Education, Training, Certification(s) and Minimum years of experience required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
5+ years of experience including 1+ years in procurement or supply chain related field
Proficiency in inventory management systems and Microsoft Office applications
Strong problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Excellent collaboration, communication, and time management skills
Semiconductor industry experience a plus
CPM, CPSM, or CPIM certification a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Software, and Tools

Microsoft Office Suite
NERP