Senior Buyer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

•    Set up and maintain Agile & Oracle parameters to ensure accurate material purchasing
•    Manage the full lifecycle of procurement transactions, including purchase orders, change orders, and quote requests
•    Create and manage OSP Purchase Orders (PO) to ensure seamless outsourcing operations
•    Conduct in-depth cost analysis and plan for volume requirements across major commodity groups (e.g., raw materials, components, equipment, and services).
•    Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, and engineering teams to secure inventory in a timely and cost-efficient manner
•    Forecast product availability and supply constraints through proactive supplier engagement and market intelligence
•    Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and pricing
•    Identify and qualify alternative suppliers, particularly when existing vendors are no longer competitive
•    Oversee cost roll processes to ensure alignment with financial planning
•    Monitor supplier performance using defined KPIs such as APOP achievement, cost savings realized, supplier on-time delivery (OTD), and lead time improvement
•    Participate in process improvement initiatives related to procurement and supply chain efficiency

Education & Experience

•    Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
•    Minimum of 3~5 years of experience in material planning, procurement, or supply chain management
•    Proficiency in Oracle ERP systems and MRP processes
•    Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
•    Excellent communication and negotiation skills
•    Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams
•    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle supplier issues effectively

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work