What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Veeco?
About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.
We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.
We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at
Overview
As a Buyer, you will process all assigned requirements into purchase orders and perform all post-order management work to ensure the services or materials being procured are completed on time and in compliance with Veeco purchasing procedures and objectives.
Responsibilities
Minimum of 8 years of buying experience in a manufacturing or high technology environment with a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree with 6 years of experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Veeco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.
We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.
We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at
Overview
As a Buyer, you will process all assigned requirements into purchase orders and perform all post-order management work to ensure the services or materials being procured are completed on time and in compliance with Veeco purchasing procedures and objectives.
Responsibilities
- Place purchase orders for assigned vendors or commodities utilizing MRP or other planning strategies.
- Perform all steps in the procurement process with accuracy and care to avoid economic loss and customer dissatisfaction.
- Maintain schedules over the life of the purchase order including: receipt of the requisition, placement of the order, manage expedites/reschedules, cancelations/past-due orders, acceptance of the assigned material into stock, and resolution of invoice discrepancies.
- Process rejected materials and returns per guidelines and assure corrective action is taken as necessary.
- Coordinate the execution of Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s).
- Request quotations with vendors. Negotiate best of price, lead-time, and delivery.
- Support global sourcing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage supplier relationships and performance to meet company expectations and objectives.
- Provide guidance to production planning with respect to material availability for planning production.
- Collaboratively work with Engineering team on new part development, selecting alternatives during supply chain shortages and NPI process.
- Effectively manage inventory of assigned commodities, specifically around turns, XYZ analysis, E&O, inventory burn off strategies.
Minimum of 8 years of buying experience in a manufacturing or high technology environment with a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree with 6 years of experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Strong customer service skills
- Knowledge of spreadsheets including working with and manipulating data
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
- Proficient in MS Excel and experience using an MRP System, preferably SAP
- Must be detail-oriented and able to multitask
- Must possess strong negotiating skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
Veeco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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