Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Buyer

Location:

San Antonio, TX, USA, 78251

Company:
Tower Semiconductor Ltd.

Looking for a career path in the high-tech industry? Become part of a team focused on delivering the most exciting semiconductor technology in the world! If you enjoy working with others in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in this exciting industry, then Tower Semiconductor is the place to be!

Tower Semiconductor, the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, provides technology, development, and process platforms for analog integrated circuits to more than 300 customers worldwide across growing markets such as communications, mobile, infrastructure, consumer, industrial, automotive, medical, and aerospace and defense, among others.

Join Tower and become part of a dynamic organization with exceptionally talented and dedicated team members who work collaboratively to provide best-in-class technological solutions to our clients.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Buyer to manage the procurement of materials, equipment, and services required for site operations. The successful candidate will ensure timely availability of quality materials at competitive costs while supporting project schedules and maintaining compliance with company procurement policies.

• Can procure materials, equipment, and services in accordance with project requirements and timelines.
• Can prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders in line with approved budgets, MRP outputs and procurement procedures.
• Can liaise with site engineers, project managers, and warehouse teams to identify material needs and plan procurement activities.
• Can negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Can track supplier performance and ensure orders confirmation and on-time delivery to site.
• Can verify that materials meet required technical, quality, and safety specifications.
• Can follow up on site inventory levels to avoid shortages, overstocking, or delays.
• Can expedite as needed orders delivery and shipment via the suppliers and logistics service provider.
• Can resolve delivery issues, shortages, and invoice discrepancies efficiently.
• Can support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Can serve as first point of escalation for local category issues.
• Can support the category team as the site representative.
• Can manage the site's supplier relationships.
• Can maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and documentation for audits and cost control.
• Can ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and relevant regulations.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in site-based procurement, preferably in manufacturing, or project environments.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Good knowledge of procurement systems and MS Office.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced site environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• SAP Knowledge preferred.

• Industry leading healthcare.
• Community outreach programs.
• Savings and Investments.
• Educational resources.
• Opportunities to network and connect.
• Recruiting incentive program.
• Employee recognition programs.