Manager Buyer

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. As a Buyer Manager, you will direct procurement activities and manage vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the activities of buyers and expediters to accomplish company objectives.

• Responsible for the evaluation of vendor reliability; oversees the surveying of vendors to maintain adequate working relationship.

• Reviews and approves purchases up to a specified dollar amount.

• Develops policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities.

• Monitors the cost, schedule and performance aspects of major subcontracts.

• Coordinates purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments to maintain inventories at planned levels.