Buyer Singapore

at  Velocity Electronics

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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading independent electronic components distributor to the world’s leading contract manufacturers and OEMs. Built around the shared core values of Being amazing today, Demonstrating mutual respect and trust, Acting courageously and Owning our own outcomes, Velocity Electronics has experienced rapid growth and is looking to add to our talented global team. Our opportunity is massive! We offer career growth and development, and we want to talk to you!

EDUCATION

4-year college degree preferred

KNOWLEDGE

• 5 years purchasing experience in semiconductor industry
• Computer literate
• Familiar with ERP systems
• Proficient with MS Office or similar
• Fluent in English
• Ability to converse and read in Mandarin as the individual will need to support our offices in China
• Strong negotiation skills
• Team player, ability to work in cross-functional, global environment
• Strong communication skills

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The Buyer is responsible for assisting the Company’s sellers to facilitate the complete fulfillment of each customer’s component requirements, via sourcing, procuring, and sales support functions in order to deliver exceptional experiences and outcomes.

• Manage opportunities presented by sales team
• Makes the best procurement decision for the Company
• Ability to place PO’s independently depending on value and GP%
• Vendor management
• Strategic trading (Suppliers/Brokers)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works requirements for sellers including vendor evaluations, datasheet lookup, technical support, BOM support, vendor negotiation and expediting
• Enters and modifies purchase orders and VRMAs
• Exceeds goals as set by management
• Prepares reports when requested
• Expedites and track open orders
• Assists accounting department by confirming terms, payment stipulations and credit