Buyer 4, Procurement

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

• Responsible for procurement of Silicon parts which are PMIC, Controller and DRAM commodity and ensure purchases are released within company standard policy and terms negotiated.
• Process purchase requisitions, placement of order and perform PO rescheduling per MRP report on monthly basis.
• High awareness on the fluctuation forecast and well control of inventories by execute PO rescheduling and cancellation if required to ensure inventory levels are met within goals set.
• Collaborating extensively with vendors and warehouse personnel to timely receiving and expediting of material to ensure continuous support to the production line and no line down.
• Maintain good communications with Global Commodity Manager (GCM) to establish and manages supplier performance and assist in building effective partnership.
• Work closely with internal parties to achieve zero materials liability and minimize excess/obsolescence.
• Perform vendor performance appraisal on quarterly basis and continuously monitor suppliers’ delivery and quality performance through supplier scorecard key performance measurements.
• Support materials purchases for new product introduction (NPI) project in collaboration with GCM/core team.
• Preparations of reports as required by superior for corporate reporting purposes

Qualifications

• At least 5-8 years experience in procurement operation with commodities related to semiconductor parts
• Strong knowledge about material planning, purchasing, supplier management etc.
• Better with projects management like VMI, Short LT, Safety stock.
• Strong analytic skills & presentation skills.
• Trouble shooting & problem solving skills
• SAP & Oracle system experience.
• Teamwork & Influence skills.

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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