Role Description
Nova Measuring Instruments is seeking a skilled Buyer to lead the Oracle Cloud Procurement implementation for our Materials Metrology Division. This role will focus on sourcing and procuring high-quality materials and components needed to build semiconductor capital equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in materials procurement within the capital equipment industry, strong supplier management expertise, and familiarity with implementing and optimizing Oracle Cloud Procurement systems. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to support the build of capital equipment, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of all required materials.
Pay Range: $85,000- $115,000 Annually (DOE)
Why Nova:
- Certified Best Places to Work from "Great Places to Work" in 2022, 2023 & 2024 (Rated by our employees) Top 30 in our industry category
- Doubled in revenue from 2020 to 2022
- Customer focus: We value building strong relationships. You'll be the face of Nova, working closely with customers to understand their needs.
- Continuous learning: We're passionate about growth. You'll gain in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge metrology tools, participate in industry trainings, and receive ongoing mentorship from experienced engineers.
Responsibilities
Materials Procurement
- Lead the procurement of capital equipment, including semiconductor fabrication tools, test equipment, and facility infrastructure.
- Conduct supplier analysis to identify competitive pricing, optimal contract terms, and compliance with quality and delivery standards.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to understand material specifications and ensure alignment with project requirements.
Supplier Relationship Management
- Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply, quality, and cost efficiency.
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and long-term partnerships that support division goals.
- Implement supply chain risk management strategies, including alternative sourcing options and contingency planning to mitigate potential disruptions.
Order and Inventory Management
- Oversee the procurement process, from RFQ to purchase order issuance and supplier delivery management.
- Track and manage order status, resolving discrepancies or delays to keep production on schedule.
- Collaborate with warehousing and logistics teams to manage inventory levels and ensure timely availability of materials.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work with engineering, finance, quality assurance, and project management teams to ensure the procurement strategy supports broader project and business objectives.
- Provide accurate lead times, cost estimates, and supplier capabilities to support project planning and cost forecasting.
- Ensure adherence to corporate and regulatory guidelines, including procurement policies, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
Reporting and Analysis
- Prepare procurement reports, analyze spend data, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize sourcing strategies and performance.
- Support budget planning and forecasting for materials procurement, helping drive cost savings and efficient allocation of resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials procurement, ideally in the semiconductor or related capital equipment industries
- In-depth knowledge of sourcing, negotiation, and procurement practices for materials and components.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Get to know us better
Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a global company and a leading provider of innovative metrology solutions for process control in semiconductor manufacturing.
With a team of ~1200 people in three R&D centers and 27 field offices, we bring insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage multiple technology fields such as physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms to develop hardware and software solutions that measure almost every advanced computer chip built in the world.
Nova dives deep into dimensions and layers at the atomic level to extract unique insights and provide our customers with crucial decision-making data, handling critical challenges by providing unique, differentiated solutions.
Our outstanding people-focused and innovative culture means every person at Nova has the power to make an impact and significantly redefine what people can achieve through technology.
