Purchasing Buyer, Senior

Who we areAurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.What we are looking forAurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We're searching for a Global Supply Manager (GSM) - Semiconductor & EE Commodities to own who we buy from, at what cost, at what terms, and the daily execution that keeps production and the business running for our semiconductor, PCBA, and electronic component categories. This GSM is the primary point of contact for both component suppliers and our PCBA Contract Manufacturer(s) on day-to-day execution, issuing and maintaining POs, resolving shortages and escalations, keeping invoices and POs aligned, and managing changes as they hit the supply base.In this role, you willLead supplier and CM communication for execution of PO management, expediting, invoice alignment, and change management activities across the semiconductor, PCBA, and electronic component categories.Own PO management: generate and update POs for sourced parts based on the latest BOM revision, quote and issue POs for builds (components and CM build POs), and ensure compliance to executed contracts.Expedite parts and serve as the first escalation point for planners on shortages, expedites, and commercial issues with component suppliers, distributors, and the CM alike.Partner with the CM on day-to-day execution: track build schedules and turn times, manage kitting and component-to-CM logistics, and coordinate on quality escapes, NCRs, and rework/scrap resolution.Partner with Accounts Payable on invoice/PO alignment and reconciliation across component suppliers and CM invoices, and work to keep Aurora off credit hold with suppliers.Manage changes end-to-end: communicate engineering or program changes to suppliers and the CM, confirm suppliers and CM can meet cut-in dates, negotiate excess & obsolete (E&O) exposure, and update POs accordingly.Identify and drive cost reduction opportunities in partnership with Engineering, Supplier Quality, and the CM.Track order status, lead times, CM capacity/build slots, and supplier performance closely enough to flag risk before it becomes a production issue.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience in purchasing and commodity management with a semiconductor or electronics focus, including ownership of a high-mix component portfolio across multiple concurrent programs.Working knowledge of semiconductor device types, packaging, and PCBA manufacturing processes.Proven track record as the primary escalation point for materials planners and Contract Manufacturers; expediting parts, resolving commercial shortages, and closing out issues without needing to escalate to management.Proficiency working with Accounts Payable to reconcile invoice discrepancies and manage supplier credit standing.Experience executing end-to-end change management with suppliers, including securing cut-in dates and mitigating Excess & Obsolete (E&O) exposure.Tenacity and a "can-do" attitude in a dynamic, fast-changing environment, with excellent communication skills to align Engineering, Quality, and external suppliers.SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and PLM tools (e.g., Agile, Arena) for PO and BOM management.Experience navigating semiconductor allocation cycles and shortages using tactical mitigation strategies (e.g., Familiarity with export control / ITAR considerations for electronic components.Knowledge of automotive or other safety-critical/high-reliability component qualification standards (e.g., Experience collaborating with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) on component-to-CM logistics, kitting, and rework/scrap resolution.Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.Our commitment to inclusionAurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. 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