Senior Buyer I, Purchasing

Kulicke & SoffaSuzhou, JiangsuOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 4 hours ago

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About this role

We are looking for a Senior Buyer to take ownership of procurement activities for our manufacturing sites in Suzhou. This role will work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure cost-effective, timely, and reliable supply support for the business.

•  Bachelor's degree or above.
•  5+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
•  Experience in supplier management, sourcing, negotiation, and procurement operations.
•  Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
•  Good learning agility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
•  Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
•  Ability to communicate in English through emails and basic business discussions.
•  Experience supporting manufacturing plants or production operations is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
•  Experience in both direct and indirect purchasing.
•  Experience working with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams on technical, delivery, or supplier-related issues.
•  Experience in supplier development, cost reduction, and process improvement initiatives.