Procurement Buyer at Apple

Herzliya, Tel-Aviv District, Israel -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electronic components procurement, Negotiation, Supply chain management, Market intelligence, Risk mitigation, Vendor management, Analytical skills, Critical thinking, Communication, Interpersonal skills, MS-Excel, Manufacturing processes, Forecasting, Reverse logistics, Strategic sourcing

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

The Procurement Buyer is positioned at the interface between company engineering teams and the industries that supply R&D equipment. We are responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies as well as recommending product innovations based on improving technology. The position requires an interest in market dynamics, negotiation and pricing, manufacturing processes, on time delivery, vendor management and risk mitigation. DESCRIPTION Develop a nuanced understanding of the electronic components landscape to forecast industry trends and gauge emerging competitive forces. Identify changes in buyer and supplier power within core materials markets and use industry dynamics to company advantage. Effectively work with suppliers to negotiate optimal terms for sourcing. Understand the trade-offs between cost, volume, and quality to strike agreements that meet company performance criteria and secure on time delivery for R&D commodities. Collaborate across the organization to ensure business objectives are met. Includes the ability to rapidly synthesize and communicate findings to senior leaders and to actively identify potential supply issues that can affect engineering strategy and manufacturing schedule . Develop an in-depth understanding of value-added manufacturing processes and costs, reverse logistics, and market intelligence, and apply this knowledge to influence company new technologies roadmap and sourcing decisions. Assess and mitigate risks of the business. Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with internal customers and suppliers (English and Hebrew). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 5+ years of Electronic Components procurement - required. BA/BSc in Industrial Engineering/Management/ Economics/ Logistics or similar – required MBA is a plus PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Superb communication and interpersonal skills Ability to handle sudden setbacks Negotiations skills Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment Ability to make quick decisions Thrive on knowledge and the ability to learn quickly Interest in technology and/or operations (experience preferred but not required) English – fluent Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in purchasing Electronic Components Ability to interface with senior management Team player, excellent people skills, ability to work in multi-tasking environment Proficient in MS-Excel

Responsibilities

The Procurement Buyer develops and executes sourcing strategies for R&D equipment while managing supplier relationships and negotiating optimal terms. They also analyze market trends and manufacturing costs to influence technology roadmaps and mitigate supply chain risks.