Buyer - Jireh Semiconductor

Jireh Semiconductor is growing! We are the wafer fabrication facility of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor located in Hillsboro, OR and we are looking for a Buyer to join our procurement team.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs daily material planning and purchasing activities in order to maintain proper inventory levels, achieve cost reduction and maintain tool uptime. This is a full time salaried position. This position primarily will support Equipment Engineering to source new parts and expand our repair process for cost reduction. Additional responsibilities will be added as appropriate.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Plans, schedules, monitors and acquires the inventory of stored materials and manages the repair parts process and third party quotes for additional cost savings.
• Acquires and maintains technical understanding of products purchased.
• Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities.
• Gathers quotations, examines bids and makes awards.
• Work with Equipment Engineering to drive the quoting process, new sourcing and tool uptime.
• Manage to a supplier value matrix which includes evaluating vendor pricing, reliability, on time delivery, overall quality and terms.
• Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are deemed inadequate. .
• Recommend cost saving proposals for alternative sourcing and vendor evaluation criteria.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Math or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• 5 years minimum successful procurement and supplier management experience required.
• Experience in a semiconductor environment and related commodities desirable.
• Experience with major ERP/MRP system. Oracle purchasing and/or planning experience a real plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools especially Excel required.

QUALIFICATIONS/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Proven track record in successful negotiation with the ability to influence outcomes.
• Ability to multi-task, be self-motivated and set proper priorities.
• Highly focused, flexible, productive and organized.
• Have the ability to visualize downstream results of your actions.
• Have a solid understanding of the inner workings of MRP such as purchasing and planning parameters and item master set up.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written),
• Ability to support 24-hour operation if needed and the ability to work well with others.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (AOS) is committed to excellence in design, manufacturing, and responsiveness to our customers through the continued development of new technologies, products and innovative solutions. We bring to the market devices designed to benefit our customers by meeting their product specific needs. Our mission is to bring value to our customers, shareholders and employees.

AOS differentiates itself by integrating its Discrete and IC semiconductor process technology, product design, and advanced packaging know-how to develop high performance power management solutions. AOS's portfolio of products targets high-volume applications, including but not limited to portable computers, flat panel TVs, LED lighting, smart phones, battery packs, consumer and industrial motor controls and power supplies for TVs, computers, servers and telecommunications equipment.

Jireh Semiconductor, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Ltd., is the in-house wafer fab for AOS and is located in Hillsboro, Oregon.

EEO Statement:

Jireh Semiconductor prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.