PAT – Buyer

Job description

**Who We Are** Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. **What We Offer** Location: Bangalore,IND You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our [benefits](https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/). We are looking for a highly talented Purchasing account Team buyer to join our purchasing team **What’s in it for you?** Working in leading global company that develops high end equipment for the semi-conductor market. You will find yourself working in a dynamic business environment, engaging with cutting edge technology suppliers, developing creative solutions for complex situation. **Our Group:** Joining the material group owning suppliers operational aspects to support our tools around the world. **Role Responsibilities:** - Responsible for Supplier’s operational management (Forecast & POs, FGIs, ECOs, obsolete, MRP actions, transitions, Repairs, service agreements, OTD, etc) - Coordinates/drives purchasing activities with planning and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels. - Leads supplier’s quality activities in collaboration with manufacturing and engineering departments - Expedite escalations to ensures timely receipt of materials. - Practice management without authority - Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues - Provides input to management regarding suppliers and material status, action plans and address long term issues. **Minimum Qualifications:** - **Education**: Bachelor's Degree or higher education in relevant field preferred Engineering - Mandatory - **Experience**: >6 Years in Purchasing - Mandatory - **SAP MM** expertise - Mandatory - Knowledge of working with OFFICE systems (especially Excel) - Ability to work and deal with many information systems. - Service- oriented, experienced with suppliers and internal customers - Independent, team player with high negotiation skills - High level English (writing, speaking and reading) - Excellent presentation skills - Program management experience - Commercial orientation - Excellent problem-solving ability - Great interpersonal skills **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** Yes, 10% of the Time **Relocation Eligible:** Yes Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.