Buyer

Summary: The Buyer will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing the pre-construction process, and analyzing supplier relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist in the supplier selection process for products and services used by the company.
• Identify and develop sourcing strategies to deliver cost savings.
• Conduct analysis and prepare reports on supplier performance metrics, conduct benchmarking studies and track overall spending.
• Ensure all necessary legal and risk management approvals associated with sourcing solutions have been obtained. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures.
• Establish a goal setting process with suppliers to improve overall performance, processes, and information flow.
• Ensure required product certificates, warranty, and other documents are provided to stakeholders.
• Work closely with the finance team on project cost management, month end accruals, AP and PO questions including issue resolution.
• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, and repair services for construction projects.
• Invite tenders, consult with suppliers, and review quotations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.   

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or above.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in procurement.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of procurement processes.
• Familiarity with overall supply chain procedures, construction specific preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams). 
• Ability to use procurement related software, such as ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High level of attention to detail, and highly organized. 
• Independent and self-motivated with experience managing within a distributed office environment.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees. 
• Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with all levels of employees, clients, and subcontractors.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Ability to work in a construction site environment (trailer office).

Language Proficiency:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin, preferred.

Nice to have:

• Start-up experience.
• Semiconductor construction experience.
• International work experience, a plus.

Additional Requirements:

Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license. May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for transporting documents, equipment, and other materials as needed. The role involves extended periods of sitting while working at a computer, as well as standing and walking. Frequent movement between the construction trailer and various areas of the construction site is necessary.

The position is based at the main office and construction job site (trailer office).  Even though the exposure of hazardous work conditions would be minimal, the employee may be required to visit the work area of the jobsite and thus be exposed to some typical work hazards that may be present on a construction site, such as dust, moving machineries, weather, caustic chemicals, noise etc. UIS would provide the required safety protection to ensure the safety of UIS employees and comply with all OSHA standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

UIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status. Or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

Disclaimer:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor