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Analog Devices (ADI) has just over $9 billion in revenue with offices around the world. As a global leader in the design and manufacturing of analog, mixed signal, power management and DSP integrated circuits, ADI is known for helping to solve its customers’ toughest engineering challenges. With a commitment to engineering for good, ADI strives to create a more sustainable future, while also focusing on its employees through mentoring programs, employee networks and continuous learning opportunities.

At ADI, you will learn from the brightest minds who are here to help you grow and succeed. You will make an impact through work on meaningful projects alongside a team of experts. ADI’s culture values aligned goals, work-life balance, continuous and life-long learning opportunities, and shared rewards.

Apply now for the opportunity to grow your career and help innovate ahead of what’s possible.

Job Description Summary

The Buyer is mainly responsible for processing purchase requests into orders for global procurement function, where focus would be primarily on processing Purchase Requisition for FAB, Purchase Order for FAB, Corp functions & other related activities. The Buyer is required to seek and obtain cost reductions via vendor negotiations, alternate or low-cost vendor identification etc. SAP and ADI-Maxim internal procurement systems are the primary tools used to perform the job. Good excel, word, power point, contract and project management skills are necessary to be successful in the job

This position requires flexibility in working hours to allow for communication and team participation with Global ADI Procurement Team. Buyer acts as point of contact for Procurement related assistance for our offices across ADI-Maxim. Buyer is also expected to work with ADI-Maxim FAB & Corp functions to assist them in various projects & cost reduction activities.

Job Description

We are looking for self-motivated candidate with good communication & analytical skills. Job responsibilities for this position -

• Maintaining optimum inventory levels for different workgroups i.e. consumables, critical spares, office supplies etc., used in our manufacturing facility at MFN, Beaverton
• Procurement of different category materials i.e. consumables, critical spares, office supplies etc. using different IT systems including SAP to accomplish the related tasks
• Creating purchase requisitions (PR) by Sending RFQ’s, analyzing vendor quotes, techno-commercial discussion with vendors, technical confirmation from stakeholder, forming sourcing & negotiation strategy in coordination with stakeholders
• Processing Purchase requisitions into purchase orders (POs), Vendor follow-up for timely delivery of material, vendor development & management, Post PO support, Resolving vendor payment issues etc
• Working on various inventory management, procurement & other projects
• Contract creation, NDAs, Vendor setup, OTD/VDO/MDO tracking, reports etc.
  

Desired Candidate Profile –

• Education – Graduate & Post Graduates (B.Sc./B.Com/ BBA/Diploma/MBA etc.) with minimum 60% marks
• Experience – Entry level / Fresher (0-1 Year)
  

Skill Set –

Required Skills

• Good English verbal and written communication & interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Microsoft Windows/Word/Power point/Outlook
• Strong analytical, mathematical & problem-solving skill
• Demonstrated Cost Reduction, Negotiation & Contract management skills
• Ready to work in night shifts in order to support and interact with stakeholders in other countries.
• Negotiation skills (i.e. competitive bidding, volume leverage, cost breakdown, sourcing from low cost countries/vendors etc.) with involvement in regular procurement activities
• Knowledge of Inventory management, vendor management/development etc.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external customers (e.g. stakeholders & vendors) for smooth operational functions
• Experience working with virtual teams across the globe
  

Desired Skills (Not Mandatory)

Management Degree, especially in Supply Chain or Business management

• Wafer FAB experience. Strong knowledge of laws relating to procurement activities in Europe and USA
• Knowledge of SAP MM module as a user Finance and Accounting experience ISO and Quality knowledge
  

Education

Bachelors

Work Experience

Non - Manager

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Eligible for Relocation:

No

Eligible For Work Visa Sponsorship

No

This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations; including but not limited to US Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), or US Treasury Regulations. If required, placement is contingent on Maxim’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.

ADI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion (including religious creed), sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veterans, and/or military status and any other categories protected by applicable law.

As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, families, our customers, and the community at large from COVID-19 and its variants, ADI has adopted a policy requiring full COVID-19 vaccination by December 1, 2021. All newly hired U.S. employees will be required to show proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Accommodation from COVID-19 vaccination may be requested based on disability or a sincerely held religious belief.