Remote Manufacturing and Procurement Buyer

The group you’ll be a part ofThe Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.The impact you’ll makeAt Lam, as a Buyer, you play a pivotal role in our procurement process. You analyze purchase requirements and coordinate purchasing activities across departments to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of inventory. Engaging in cost analysis and volume planning within our enterprise-wide systems (ERPs), you negotiate for the best value and explore new supply sources for cost savings. Your expertise ensures Lam's procurement remains efficient and competitive on a global scale.Partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate purchasing activities to acquire inventory in a cost-effective and timely manner.Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity within enterprise-wide systems (ERP).Perform cost analysis and volume planning for commodities.Monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate the highest quality at the best value.Interact closely with suppliers to review and manage performance, deliveries, and quality.Work with internal stakeholders to support commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability.Who we’re looking forBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field with 5+ years of experience; Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel).Deep knowledge or experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems such as SAP, Oracle, or other procurement related tools.Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.Preferred qualificationsExperience in the semiconductor industry or other high-tech industries.Prior experience in procurement, Procure-to-Pay processes, or similar functions.Foundational understanding of commodity market indicators and technical data.Prior experience managing the commercial and tactical aspects of supply chain requirements.Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.#Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Department:Supply Chain