Senior Buyer

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities.

As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow, Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its ESG-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change.

Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across five continents.

Delta has 158 sales offices, 72 R&D centers and 48 manufacturing facilities worldwide

Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies and dedication to ESG.

Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 11 consecutive years.

In 2021, Delta was also recognized by CDP with leadership level ratings for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain.

Part of the organization :

Position reports to the Purchasing Manager

Deputy : Other - Buyers

Other - Buyers

Duties and Responsibilities :

Under limited supervision, performs the following duties and responsibilities :

• Plans and implements activities related to the procurement of assigned materials, parts, components and equipment. Coordinates procurement activities with both domestic and / or overseas suppliers including the sourcing of parts while ensuring orders and change notices meet production schedules and customer delivery dates.
• Previous experience in Sourcing, Develop and Purchasing Agreement previous experience. Experience in Electric Mechanical and Mechanical Parts would be a plus.
• Maintain suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a better price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct.
• Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities. Develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequate.

Monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned contracts to assure best quality at best value.

Prepares and coordinates RFQ's for material components. Prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices. Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to Company policy.

Negotiates with suppliers to expedite commodity deliveries as required.

• Prepares and reviews bids and proposals for legal correctness, price and acceptability of items to specifications. Conducts supplier negotiations and develops purchase orders and contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Measures supplier performance and provide reports to internal Operations management and suppliers in order to ensure continual improvement of processes and products / services.
• Manage material inventory level
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Education, Skills and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related discipline or equivalent experience.

APICS or NAPM certification preferred.

• Minimum of five to seven years of purchasing experience in an electronics manufacturing or related industry required.
• Advance working knowledge of supply chain management, supply base, pricing process and strategies required. Demonstrated ability to perform moderately complex negotiations with suppliers and perform financial, technical, commercial and performance evaluations of suppliers.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task effectively; strong time management skills required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software to include MS Office (Word and Excel), e-mail and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to identify and resolve complex issues is required.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills are required.
23 days ago