Purchasing Agent / Buyer (m / f / d)

Advantest - We enable

tomorrowʻs technology.

IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.

Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as

Purchasing Agent / Buyer (m / f / d)

Your Responsibilities

Support product development and production ramp of latest electronic and mechatronic instruments for semiconductor test in close collaboration with Operations, R&D, NPI-Engineering and Supply Chain.

Processing and administration of purchase requisitions and purchase orders according to production and NPI plan, including negotiation of delivery dates, tracking of material receivings and addressing quality issues.

Assurance of material availability and inventory optimization across different manufacturing sites.

Support of intralogistics and production planning, incl. coordination and optimization of the material flow in cross-functional teams and transacting material with our ERP system.

Contribution to job-related enhancement projects, documentation of processes and review of working instructions.

Out of the box thinking to innovate and reengineer existing procedures.

Your Qualifications

Track record of a coordinating role in a production environment with superior results as a solutionist and problem solver.

Relevant professional experience as purchasing agent / buyer.

Profound knowledge of ERP System, preferably Oracle.

Experience in project management and lean manufacturing.

Basic knowledge of handling sensitive electronic components and instruments.

Fluent English and German language paired with very good communication skills.

Our offer

Flexibility

Benefits

Development

Fitness

Security

Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence

Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)

Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions

Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days

Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations

Take your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application tool.

If you have any questions, Alena Nicolai will be happy to answer them at

• 49 (0) 7031.204.8380

For further information visit : www.advantest-career.de

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