Purchasing Assistant

Job Title Responsibilities: Process purchase orders for spare parts, assemblies, and components Analyze and communicate relevant data such as vendor quotes, parts lists, reports, etc. Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate bids from suppliers for the price, delivery, quality, and terms and conditions Manage open order base to optimize maximum supplier performance Evaluate supplier performance with various rating methods Conduct supplier meetings and business reviews Assist with cost reduction activities Interact effectively with internal and external customers Produce reports, statistics, and strategies Qualifications: Bachelor's degree can be substituted by a minimum of 4 years of direct work experience Minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience; eight years preferred Experience in semiconductor manufacturing desired; electronics industry background at a minimum Experience in standard purchasing practices related to associated manufacturing, documents (BOMs, specifications, etc.