Manager, Purchasing

Purchasing Manager

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex's silicon components help make that technology a reality.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company's products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible – through our people, we are advancing the world.

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.

Job Description:

Essential Function:

Accountable and responsible to the Sr. Manager of Supply Chain for the performance and leadership of the Purchasing function. Responsible for the management of all purchasing activities, processes and procedures, systems, KPIs, and daily operations. Collaborate within the Supply Chain organization and cross-functionally to create a data driven approach to problem solving and continuous improvement focus. As a leader of an internal service organization, assure service levels are best-in-class and support the needs of the business.

Responsible for the maintenance and development of performance metrics and tools to improve efficiency and productivity. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Buyers at multiple plants. Foster an environment of accountability, bias for action, and systems thinking in alignment with Silfex core values.

This position will also have some strategic commodity management responsibilities which entails developing and executing global procurement strategies for assigned commodities that support the requirements of the business. Responsible for overall management of commodities through sourcing, negotiating, and supplier management satisfying business needs and delivering value to the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and mentor a dynamic team of purchasing professionals.
• Ensure materials, equipment, and services are secured and acquired in a timely and cost-effective manner meeting business needs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the strategic roadmap for the Supply Chain organization.
• Maintain and improve existing business processes while developing new processes, tools, and functional capabilities to improve purchasing efficiencies.
• Lead and/or participate in project teams to drive change and implement critical business initiatives.
• Adhere to, develop, and/or revise standard operational and working practices (standard work) and coach team members to ensure compliance with standards.
• Work closely with Purchasing team, suppliers, and other functional areas to implement lean philosophies throughout the entire supply chain and drive continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities to include supplier performance, supplier quality, order placement performance, financial performance, and material shortage elimination.
• Ensure performance improvement and recovery plans are developed, issued, tracked and reported on as required for supply base management and improvement.
• Report to management the measurable status of progress and corrective actions as it pertains to supplier and Purchasing performance.
• Maintain supplier master data records and other critical information in ERP system.
• Recruit, hire, train staff, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
• Implement commodity/supply chain strategies with suppliers to deliver maximum value, leverage, and standardization.
• Source, evaluate, and cultivate relationships with key suppliers accomplishing these goals:
• Continuity of supply (risk mitigation)
• Consistent and acceptable quality levels
• Value…