Manager Buyer
Applied Materials
Bengaluru
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Procurement & SourcingExperience: 10+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["People management","Leadership","Cross-functional collaboration","Judgment","Negotiation","Vendor management"]Direct buyers and expediters to meet company objectives by evaluating vendor reliability, managing purchasing activities, and overseeing major subcontract cost, schedule, and performance. Lead policy and process development for procurement and material control systems, including P2P, PO management, requisitions and change orders, RFQs, and receipt/shortage and expedite handling. Use SAP MM, SAP ERP, and Excel to maintain procurement data integrity, support vendor analysis, and drive cost savings through negotiation and comparisons.

