1706724 Buyer

* ## Job Summary The role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing suppliers to support business requirements related to quality, cost, delivery, and innovation. This role works closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure a resilient and competitive supply base while driving cost optimization and supplier performance improvements. ## Key Responsibilities * Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on technical capability, quality standards, capacity, and cost competitiveness. * Lead supplier selection and sourcing activities for new products and existing programs. * Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical requirements and ensure supplier capability alignment. * Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and performance reviews. * Drive cost reduction initiatives through should-cost analysis, value engineering, and supplier negotiations. * Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and supply chain requirements. * Manage supplier relationships and resolve supply, quality, and delivery issues. * Monitor market trends, industry developments, and supply risks to proactively manage sourcing challenges. * Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability requirements. * Prepare and present sourcing recommendations, supplier scorecards, and project updates to management. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor’s Engineering * 6-8 years of experience Preferred Qualifications: * Strong knowledge of industry best practices, key business drivers, competition in the marketplace * Demonstrated leadership skills to lead small projects and build consensus, as needed ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 2 - 4 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: Day (India) ### ### Travel: No ### ### Relocation Eligible: Yes ### Referral Payment Plan: None Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.