Buyer / Commodity Specialist - (Sherman, TX)

Job Title: Buyer / Commodity Specialist Location: Sherman, TX Category: Purchasing / Permanent Full-Time This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. SUMMARY: This is a direct purchasing position for GlobalWafers Americas Procurement organization. In this role, you will lead supplier negotiations, own supplier relationships, recognize and support critical supply issues, and manage material cost to achieve plant performance and savings goals. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process and cost improvements, support supplier management strategies, and ensure compliance to GlobalWafers procurement and company requirements. GlobalWafers America (GWA) is shaping the future of the semiconductor industry in Sherman, TX. As we ramp up operations at our state-of-the-art facility, we're fostering a dynamic work environment where employees innovate, grow their potential, and take ownership of their futures. Our culture is rooted in positive thinking, integrity, and a strong belief that together as a team, we win. This Sherman facility is the most advanced in the GlobalWafers family and serves as the foundation for future expansion. At GlobalWafers America, we're actively seeking talented self-starters with imagination, creativity, and vision. We welcome original thinkers who are driven to achieve results and ready to take on increasing responsibility within a successful global organization. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for assigned categories, materials, and/or departments Identify and drive cost reduction opportunities through the use of multi-source strategies, competitive bidding, cross-site surveys, or market/industry analysis Lead and participate in supplier management programs that strengthen supplier performance, relationships, and business continuity throughout GWAs entire supply base Negotiate service and product agreement improvements Proactively manage vendor delivery performance and safety stock levels (both on site or locally stored) to prevent out of stock or expedite events Support internal customer needs including new product/supplier identification, savings goals, project timelines, product specifications, and management of change ANCILLARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Execute timely inventory sourcing, payment, and returns Alternate source identification for strategic, assurance of supply, and process improvement Supplier selection, approval, setup, qualification, monitoring, and/or development Work across organizations and skillsets to ensure product/process improvements align with GWA objectives and needs Perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelors degree Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain preferred with 1-3 years Purchasing/Negotiation experience or - Associates degree with 3-5 years Purchasing/Negotiation experience must include direct interaction with supply base or - 5+ years of direct Purchasing/Negotiation experience specific to the high tech or semiconductor industry must include direct interaction with supply base PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite Semiconductor supply base experience Large Scale (+1000 SKU) production plant ramp experience n a program set up role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Expertise, talents, characteristics and behaviors which are typically representative, but not all-inclusive, of those commonly associated with the job. Direct negotiations (in person and remote) Assertive and able to work with minimal direction (own the process/program) MS Office Suite (predominantly Excel, Word, and Powerpoint) SAP or other direct business management system Semiconductor Wafer Production supply base knowledge Inventory management and forecasting methods Contract/agreement interpretation WORK ENVIRONMENT:Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job. General office environment, on-site. Infrequent travel Exposed to moderate noise level ::: {style=""} :::