Sr Buyer

POSITION: The Senior Buyer is responsible for procurement of goods and services that ensure continuity of indirect spend supplies enabling Advanced Energy’s various business groups to operate efficiently, support internal requirements, corporate cost objectives, and enables cost effective solutions for indirect spending in local or global regions. Responsible for oversight on performance metrics related to Quality, Delivery, and Cost. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Transform internal requisitions into formal Purchase Order by accuracy check requisition details and pricing valiation. Delivery confirmation and expedition with suppliers. Support and handle urgent / emergency requests that fall outside of the normal planning cycle. Work with account payable team, end users and supplier to resolve supplier invoice or PO variances or discrepancies of delivered goods or services. Manage returns or RMAs for faulty products. Assist new supplier onboard process or maintain accurate supplier information in system. Update correct leadtime of goods in system (if applicable). Partner with internal stakeholders but not limited to Operations, HR, Finance, IT, EHS) to understand their requirements and provide purcurement expertise. Work with Commodity Management or Sourcing Teams to evaluate supplier performance through defined KPI and conduct regular business reviews to drive continuous improvement. Ensure all purchasing activities align with corporate policies and internal audit requirements. Support / responsible for global AE manufacturing factories, design and global service centers if necessary. Other duties as assigned. SKILLS: Proactive problem solver with strong planning orientation. Capability to respond quickly, decisively, assertively and professionally to changing requirements Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously Proficient with SAP or Ariba or Oracle Excellent PC skills including Excel, Word, MS Standard Office EXPERIENCE: Proven record of at least 5 years on managing a diverse portfolio of Indirect Categories at senior buyer position. Experience in supply chain management in an electronics manufacturing environment. Supporting Procure to Pay process including PO issuance and supplier shipment. Experience in a very high growth rate electronic business is preferred. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Adminstration, Finance or related fields.