The Allegro team is united by a clear purpose—advancing technologies that make the world safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. With over 30 years of experience in semiconductor innovation, we bring that purpose to life across every part of the business—from breakthrough product development and customer success to how we show up for each other and the communities we serve.
The Opportunity
Allegro MicroSystems is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Buyer to join our Global Supply Chain team. This critical role will be responsible for strategic sourcing, vendor management, and procurement activities to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services essential for our operations. The Lead Buyer will play a pivotal role in optimizing our supply chain, driving cost efficiencies, and fostering strong supplier relationships to support Allegro's growth and innovation.
What You Will Do
Lead the procurement process for assigned categories, including strategic sourcing, vendor selection, negotiation of terms and conditions, and contract management.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business objectives, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain efficiency.
Manage supplier relationships, conduct regular performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement initiatives with key vendors.
Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and other internal departments to understand material requirements and ensure seamless supply chain integration.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical, economic, and logistical challenges, to ensure continuity of supply.
Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing benchmarks to inform procurement decisions and identify new sourcing opportunities.
Drive cost savings initiatives through effective negotiation, value engineering, and alternative sourcing strategies.
Ensure compliance with Allegro's procurement policies, ethical standards, and relevant industry regulations.
Mentor and support junior buyers, contributing to the development of the procurement team.
What You Will Need
5+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably within the semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing industry.
Proven track record of successful negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier management.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed procurement decisions.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, capable of building strong relationships internally and externally.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans.
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and e-procurement tools.
Solid understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory management.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, C.P.M.) is a plus.
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What We Do
At Allegro MicroSystems, we’re passionate about developing intelligent solutions that move the world toward a safer and more sustainable future – while giving our customers a competitive edge.
With more than 50 years of experience developing advanced semiconductor technology and application-specific algorithms, Allegro is a global leader in power and sensing solutions for motion control and energy-efficient systems. Through our innovations, we are helping our customers make breakthrough advancements in areas like advanced mobility, green energy, and factory automation. Each year, we ship over one billion units into these applications to support our 10,000+ customers around the globe, including over 50 automotive OEMs.
Our diverse team of 3,500+ employees is spread across 13 countries, powering our global engineering, manufacturing, and support and enabling our innovations. That’s why we work hard to create a collaborative, energetic environment that rewards ingenuity and helps our employees make a difference every day.
