Production Buyer
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Overview
Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Responsibilities
Buyer Roles and Responsibilities
- Review MRP output and manual demand signals to ensure supply of materials against requirements.
- Partner with global teams throughout Keysight and engage with global suppliers to manage material delivery schedules to meet project schedule or production requirements.
- Provide excellent verbal and written communication with global suppliers via email, teleconferences, and face to face meetings.
- PO issuance and adjustment. Create, issue, and manage Purchase Orders with suppliers. Change, pull-in, push-out, and cancel Purchase Orders based on supply chain and manual demand fluctuations.
- Update ERP system to ensure that it has the most recent delivery schedule and cost information.
- Maintain item attributes. Update Lead-Times, MOQ’s, and other part master data in the ERP system to ensure MRP runs smoothly.
- AOS review. Provide daily material availability updates for Planning/Production reporting. Expedite urgent orders with suppliers based on customer needs.
- Payment management. Resolve supplier payment issues by working with Finance and Suppliers for accurate invoice submissions.
- Buyer must possess knowledge of MRP/ERP system, strong business sense and knowledge on supply chain, interpersonal skill and time management skill.
Qualifications
- Working knowledge of MRP/ERP methodology or systems (preferably Oracle)
- Strong business sense with a clear understanding of supply chain and planning fundamentals.
- Proven ability to interact with cross-functional teams and deliver results.
- Proven experience in buying role required.
- Experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics or similar role preferred.
- Analytical mind with business acumen.
- Problem-solving aptitude.
- Attention to detail.
- Can read and follow written and verbal work instructions and communicate effectively in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills a must.
- 5-7 years of experience in strategic procurement/supply chain management. Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline preferred.
California pay range: MIN $113,940.00 – – MAX $189,900.00 Year
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program
US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
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