Procurement Buyer

Job Description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com 

Individual Contributor Responsibletoproactivelymanagesthe procurement of Support/Consumables/3PPmaterialsfrom a global supply base. These materialsdistributedto various locations to support the worldwide field requirements. The primary responsibility of this position is managing the assurance of supply of these materials.The accountabilityis from product introduction through product obsolescence.

Assures the procurement and inventory management of high technology or life sciences production and/or non-manufacturing materials,equipmentand/or servicesin accordance withsupply chain optimization and managementobjectives. Effectively manage Third Party Purchases (3PP) Process. Coordinates material sourcing for new product introduction (NPI) projects, in collaboration with R&D.Establishesand manages supplier relationships including prices, monitoring supplier performance, selecting/analyzing the supply base and developing and executing the commodity plans. May manage contract manufacturer (CM) or original design manufacturer (ODM) relationships to ensure inventory optimization. Maybe responsible forcontributing to or leading process improvement efforts, such as in new product introduction (NPI), resourcing, costreductionand/or quality. May have global responsibility and/or support multiple sites.

• Works on procurement assignments with clearly definedobjectives.

  
  

• Solves problems of limitedorwidescope and complexity

  
  

• Solvesstraight-forwardorcomplexissues,challengesand problems within field of specialization

  
  

• Assurance of Supply and Supplier Relationships:

  
  

• Establishand maintain a professional working relationship with suppliers.

  
  

• Set clear delivery expectations andmanage tothese expectations.

  
  

• Manage the material forecasting to suppliers.

  
  

• Expedite to ensure continual flow of materials.

  
  

• Ensure thataccurateinformation is received,understoodand acted upon by suppliers.  

  
  

• Collaboratively address process related issues with suppliers.

  
  

• Periodically evaluate suppliers to ensure that expectations arebeing met.

  
  

• Effectively communicate Agilent requirements and business needs.

  
  

• Coach suppliers to improve performance.

  
  

• Escalate issues as needed.

  
  

• Material and Order Management:

  
  

• Analyze MRP for accuracy and provide feedback to Planning

  
  

• Determine the order releasemethodologyto be used to control orders.

  
  

• Establish andmaintainingSAP part parameters. (Material Master, Source List, InformationRecordsand Inventory Controls)

  
  

• Resolve material disruptions issues. Completea rootcause analysis.

  
  

• Develop and implement inventory management plans for assigned parts.

  
  

• Manage inventory accuracy for consignment materials used for subcontracted assemblies atsupplierslocations.

  
  

• Maintain purchase order regulatory compliance. (SOX compliance)

  
  

• Maintain cost standards and analyze variances in SAP.

  
  

• Effectively manage part piece price. (e.g.volume discounts, payment terms, process improvements).

  
  

• Reconcile receiving and accounts payable problems. (India Hub)

  
  

• Manage the return ofnon-conformingmaterial to suppliers.

  
  

• Manage excess material inventories and properly dispose of excess materials.

  
  

• Process ECO’s ina timelymanner.

  
  

• Analyze and correct problems within the processes used toprocurematerials.

  
  

• Effectively communicate with theworld-wideorder fulfillment organization.

  
  

• Effectively escalate material issues to the commodity manager and procurement management team.

  
  

• Working Within a Global Procurement Organization: 

  
  

• Participatein global team meetings (face to face and virtualmeeting) as needed.

  
  

• Work closely with global counterparts to meet operational needs.

  
  

• Participate in the development and implementation of the commodity strategy

  
  

• Manageworldwidesupplier base to ensure operationalobjectivesareaccomplished.

  
  

• Compile and analysis data for the supplier feedback and TQRDCE feedback.

  
  

• Coach and mentor coworkers tofacilitatepersonal growth of others.

  
  

• Train and /or mentor new supply managers.

  
  

• Share best practices with the global team.

  
  

• Working within a “World WideController Model” work across world time zones to:

  
  

• Correctly position global inventories of materials 

  
  

• Escalate material issues across the CDG Global Procurement Organization and supply base.

  
  

• Effectively communicate material issues and corrective actions to theworld wideLSAOF team and global supply base. 

  
  

In addition to the above:

• Help train and give guidance to new Supply Mangers 

  
  

• Routine presentation of department information 

  
  

• Plans and coordinates internal projects including other’s involvement 

  
  

• Uses judgment to determineappropriate actionand make recommendations to daily work improvement areas 

  
  

• Effectively deal with some unfamiliar issues,challengesand problems within area oforesponsibility  

  
  

• Provide internal customers with the highest quality of services 

  
  

• Understand and applyappropriate qualityimprovement processes 

  
  

• Adhere to and promote the Agilent Values  

  
  

The above duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of working being done by this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skillsrequiredfor the position. Other duties may be assigned, as business needsdictate. 

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's Degree or equivalent.
Post-graduate, certification, and/or license may be required.
7-8years Procurement/SupplyManagementexperience – preferably with experience in sourcing direct and Indirect material

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.Travel Required: 10% of the TimeShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Manufacturing