Production Buyer

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.

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. 

• 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)