Senior Memory Commodity Buyer
Senior Memory Commodity Buyer
Rand Technology
Irvine, CA
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Description
Role Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Memory Commodity Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of memory commodities, ensuring a stable and cost-effective supply chain. This role is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of Memory Technology, both chips and modules, across various brands, and has established a robust global network of suppliers with a particular focus on Asia.
Essential Functions
Strategic Sourcing:
Education/Experience Requirements
Role Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Memory Commodity Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of memory commodities, ensuring a stable and cost-effective supply chain. This role is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of Memory Technology, both chips and modules, across various brands, and has established a robust global network of suppliers with a particular focus on Asia.
Essential Functions
Strategic Sourcing:
- Along with the Regional Purchasing Manager - Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for memory commodities, considering market trends, supplier capabilities, and cost-effectiveness.
- Utilize market intelligence to identify, evaluate, and negotiate to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contractual agreements for the company.
- Continuously monitor and analyze the memory market.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and market dynamics related to memory commodities to provide strategic insights and recommendations.
- Understand the needs and requirements of customers who use memory products.
- Work with Sourcing Senior Management to align our procurement strategies with customer demands and market opportunities.
- Develop comprehensive market reports which bring value to both internal stakeholders and external audiences.
- Reports should reflect current market conditions, pricing, forecasts, and strategic insights.
- Provide training and guidance to team members on various aspects of memory products and the market.
- Foster a learning environment which keeps team members up to date on market trends and technical knowledge.
- In-depth knowledge of memory chips and modules across all major brands.
- Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record of managing strategic supplier relationships, particularly in Asia.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Adept at negotiation and strategic planning.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- High attention to detail.
- Resourceful and creative in resolving challenges.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Works well under pressure.
- Superior communication skills; balanced.
Education/Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in memory commodity purchasing.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time during the shift.
- Finger, wrist and hand dexterity with repetitive motion.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain -
Industries
Semiconductors
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