FormFactor Inc. · 3 months ago
Buyer
Farmers Branch, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFormFactor, Inc. is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies in the semiconductor industry. The Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services, negotiating with suppliers, and optimizing costs while ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
ManufacturingMobileSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Enter purchase orders, verify order information, track order confirmation, monitor open orders, expedite, follow-up with suppliers, monitor supplier performance and maintain ERP system data integrity
Collaborates with planning, accounts payable, logistics department and requesters to align procurement activities with business goals and production schedules
Ensures that materials and services are purchased at a reasonable cost, within budget, and delivered on time
Analyze procured planned MRP production demands, safety stocks, indirect buys
Achieve cost savings by issuing RFQ’s, comparing and evaluating offers, negotiating contract terms and pricing
Monitor supplier commit dates to ensure these are aligned with manufacturing need dates and expedited parts as needed
Interface with Accounting for any invoice-related transactions or problems
Coordinate purchasing activities to maintain inventory safety stock
Confirm delivery information and availability of materials
Interface with suppliers to expedite shortage or identify risks before they happen
Communicate schedule risk to planners and applicable stakeholders
Manage return orders to suppliers
Eliminate root causes of availability issues
Onboarding Suppliers and verifying documents
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
Experience with ERP systems including Oracle and procurement software required
Ability to work on multiple tasks and deliver results with aggressive timelines
Strong verbal/written communication skills, including an ability to effectively communicate with both suppliers and internal customers
Data management skills, including Excel a plus
Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in related fields such as Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or Engineering is desired
APICS application and certification(s) or equivalent preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
EAP
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Flexible spending and savings accounts
401(k)
ESPP
Paid time off
Company
FormFactor Inc.
FormFactor is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full IC life cycle – from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design debug, to qualification and production test.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15M2025-01-07Post Ipo Equity· $15M
2003-06-12IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Slessor
Chief Executive Officer
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