Buyer

Job Description Responsible for the procurement and inventory management of Agilent manufacturing materials, components, equipment and/or services in accordance with supply chain optimization and management objectives. Coordinates material sourcing for new product introduction (NPI) projects, in collaboration with R&D and Marketing. Establishes and manages supplier relationships including negotiating contracts and prices, monitoring supplier performance (using TQRDCE) and researching/selecting/analyzing the market supply base. May manage contract manufacturer (CM) or original design manufacturer (ODM) relationships to ensure best total cost of ownership, availability and inventory optimization. May be responsible for contributing to or leading process improvement efforts, such as in new product introduction (NPI), resourcing, supply chain improvements, risk mitigation/avoidance, cost reduction and/or quality. May consider specific regulatory or compliance regulations pertaining to specific categories or products. May have global responsibility and/or support multiple sites. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's Degree or equivalent. Post-graduate, certification and/or license may be required. Typically, at least 4+ years relevant experience for entry into this level. 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/locations Agilent 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 Time Shift: Day Duration: No End Date Job Function: Manufacturing