Silicon Operations Senior Buyer

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Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Process, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience as a Manufacturing, Quality, Reliability, or Product Engineer.
• Experience the Process Management, Demand Planning, and Product Quality Control.
  
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CPSM, CPM, CPIM).
• 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, ideally in a high-tech or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with global sourcing and managing complex supply chains, data analysis tools and techniques to drive procurement decisions.
• Knowledge of semiconductor components, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  
  

About The Job

Be part of a diverse team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of specifications, quantities, pricing, and delivery terms. Track orders to ensure on-time delivery and address any delays or discrepancies.
• Maintain regular communication with suppliers, resolving issues related to orders, quality, or delivery. Monitor supplier performance and collaborate on improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible value for the company. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through volume discounts, alternative sourcing options, or value engineering.
• Monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities to ensure adequate supply while minimizing excess inventory and associated costs. Coordinate with planning and production teams to adjust purchasing activities based on demand fluctuations.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, track spending patterns, and measure supplier performance. Prepare regular reports for management on key procurement metrics.
  
  
  

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