Raw Material Procurement Buyer

Raw Material Buyer

As a Raw Material Buyer at Samsung Austin Semiconductor, you'll be responsible for the entire supply chain of semiconductor raw materials, from vendor selection / setup through price negotiation, purchase order creation, order tracking, days of stock management and vendor management. Role requires ability to manage relationships externally to ensure semiconductor Fab has continuous secure supply of material.

• Inventory management for RM Chemicals, including PO issuing, days of stock management, logistics coordination and troubleshooting.
• Supply Chain maintenance and development globally for all assigned materials, including strong understanding of inputs and secondary, tertiary etc. inputs.
• Project management for improvements, cost engineering and other initiatives.
• Vendor management across performance, responsiveness, order fulfillment and other categories
• First line of defense and warning for risk management for under / over stock, shipping delays, quality concerns, geopolitical risk etc.
• Reporting and data analysis as needed.
• Developing expertise around materials and corresponding vendors.
• Coordination and collaboration with internal (Engineering, Material Technology, Logistics, etc.) AND external (Vendors, Samsung HQ) stakeholders.

• Undergraduate degree in Business / Supply Chain Management (ideal);
  Chemical / Mechanical / Material Engineering, or other related field.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel); previous experience with ERP and inventory management systems strongly preferred.
• Strong communication (verbal & written), data analysis, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Background in data analytics, coding (Python, R, etc.) and / or system automation a plus.

The current base salary range for this role is between $57,760 - $156,950. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite caf(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsungor encourage Samsung to useany confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.