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Senior Buyer Peregrine Semiconductor
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As the Senior Buyer you will implement supply/purchasing best practices and processes to support the strategic direction of the company. Proactively recommend and implement supply methods that will enable sustainable business partnerships and optimized total cost of purchased materials. Responsible to plan and procure material requirements to drive the lowest possible cost and year-over-year savings. Roles & Responsibilities:
This position has responsibility for the following:
Price negotiations including delivery & business terms with domestic and international suppliers for purchases of materials, components, packaging materials, equipment, and services to support operations.
Assistance in studies of market trends, advising leadership of any industry or supplier issues that may affect price, service, quality or any threats/opportunities to our supply chain.
Investigations of potential suppliers and recommendations to management.
Preparation of requests for quotations (RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs), examination of bids, recommendation of awards, and order placement.
Support in follow-up activities and/or to expedite the delivery of goods and services.
Interface with Manufacturing, Shipping and Receiving, Accounting, and suppliers to resolve issues, establish priorities, and coordinate shipments to meet customer requirements.
Collaboration, development, and implementation of second source strategies.
Performance of additional tasks as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
Knowledge, Skill and Competency Requirements:
Competency is based on education, training, skills and experience. In order to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and competencies:
Thorough knowledge of purchasing principles including the ability to research, analyze, negotiate, and close various types of purchasing projects within the guidelines of good business and ethical practices.
Demonstrated broad understanding of supply chain principles.
Exceptional negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, contracts, processes and procedures.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Strong analytical skills: ability to define problems, collect data, and draw logical conclusions.
Forward thinking capability--to create a vision and follow through to implementation.
High motivation to provide superior customer service.
Strong organizational skills including effective time management skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-faceted operation.
The following traits are highly valued:
Leadership/Mentoring
Strategic Thinking
Teamwork
Self Motivation
Ethics.
Education and Experience:
Minimum of 5 years? experience in a supply chain function
Bachelor?s degree in Business Management or Supply Chain
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Six Sigma, CPIM and CPM certifications pluses
ERP system experience preferred.
Peregrine Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ: PSMI) is a fabless provider of high-performance radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) based upon its patented UltraCMOS technology. UltraCMOS enables high linearity, high speed, low power consumption, and small design size for wireless applications in the commercial, industrial, space, defense, test-and-measurement, wireless-infrastructure, and broadband markets, among others. From the mobile wireless device you use every day, to satellites in space, Peregrine Semiconductor is Changing RF Design. Forever.?
Peregrine Semiconductor is a publicly-held company with a fast growth rate. The Company?s unique technology and potential for professional advancement make this an excellent career opportunity for innovative and goal-oriented individuals.
| Location: | 9450 Carroll Park Drive San Diego, CA 92121 United States |
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THIS JOB HAS EXPIRED
Peregrine Semiconductor
Investors: Intel Capital, Morgenthaler, Ridgewood CapitalAll Jobs: at Peregrine Semiconductor
| Web Site: | www.peregrine-semi.com |
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| Headquarters: | 9450 Carroll Park Drive San Diego, CA 92121 United States |
| Industry: | Semiconductors |
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