Company Overview
Coherent Corp is a global leader in photonics, designing and manufacturing advanced laser technologies that power semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications, and precision industrial systems worldwide.
Position Overview
Operational Buyer – temporary maternity cover. Reports to the Purchasing Manager and works within the Materials team, supporting purchasing operations across the organization.
Responsibilities
* Running MRP summary reports on a daily basis and raising purchase orders; managing purchase requisitions, quotations, etc.
* Highlighting and actioning any shortages or potential shortages as they occur.
* Managing delivery schedule and order book of components for production, engineering, and NPI projects to acquire inventory in a cost‑effective and timely manner.
* Calculating and distributing demand forecasts to the supply base.
* Compiling supplier performance reports; managing the supplier base including negotiating favorable pricing arrangements, lead‑time reductions, financial liability, Kanban agreements, etc.
* Ensuring suppliers adhere to and perform under SLA conditions and terms.
* Interacting closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues.
* Coordinating with engineering departments on New Product Introductions, ensuring supply base and operations requirements are met.
* Ensuring new suppliers are appraised through relevant QA/ISO evaluation systems prior to inclusion in Coherent’s inventory.
* Responsibility for procurement business system data input and integrity.
* Managing item attributes, with particular emphasis on facilitating Coherent’s Kanban strategy.
* Participating in maximizing procurement team changes, part parameters, quote table maintenance, supplier database information, error report analysis, and part number/supplier code information.
* Performing cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g., materials, components, equipment, and services).
* Delivering on key performance measures, including supplier OTD, inventory targets, and SOX compliance.
* Taking ownership and managing key local suppliers.
* Providing support to Strategic Sourcing Managers.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in purchasing or logistics in an MRP and Kanban environment.
* Proficient user of MS Office packages.
* Oracle and Cumulus experience is a distinct advantage.
* Solution‑driven approach to daily operational issues.
* Solid administrative skills with the ability to deliver against tight deadlines.
Skills & Other Requirements
* Demonstrated problem‑solving and work‑prioritization skills.
* Ability to keep up to date with technology and apply it to the business strategic plan.
* Ability to achieve results independently or working with others.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with end‑users, management, and staff.
* Ability to handle multiple priorities involving internal customer requests and demands.
* Ability to excel in a cross‑organisational, cross‑cultural, global team environment.
* Handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
* Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency.
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