Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date:
Oct 2, 2026

Location:

Livermore, CA, US

Worker Category:
On-site Flex

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics,and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations.

We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

At Lam, as a Buyer, you play a pivotal role in our procurement process. You analyze purchase requirements and coordinate purchasing activities across departments to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of inventory. You'll support processing purchase requisitions, change orders, and quotes (RFQs) from suppliers. Engaging in cost analysis and volume planning within our enterprise-wide systems (ERPs), you negotiate for the best value and explore new supply sources for cost-saving.

Your expertise ensures Lam's procurement remains efficient and competitive on a global scale.

• Review purchase requisitions, manage request for quotes (RFQ’s), and purchase order changes.
• Responsible for ongoing supplier relations commercially supporting the Lam business.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate purchasing activities to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.
• Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity within enterprise-wide systems (ERP).
• Perform cost analysis and volume planning for commodities.
• Monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value.
• Interacts closely with suppliers to review and manage performance, deliveries, and quality.
• Work with internal stakeholders to support commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field with 5+ years of experience; or equivalent experience.
• Deep knowledge or experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems such as SAP, Oracle, or other procurement related tools.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.

• Experience in the semiconductor industry or other high-tech industries.
• Prior experience in procurement, Procure-to-Pay processes, or similar functions.
• Foundational understanding of commodity market indicators and technical data.
• Pr…