Buyer

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement of materials and services supporting AMAT direct business operations.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to understand supply chain requirements and ensure alignment with corporate procurement policies.
• Source, evaluate, and contract qualified vendors in compliance with company procurement standards.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to meet operational needs and minimize delays.
• Understanding of capacity planning, forecasting, SOW/service procurement, and supplier quality management.
• Monitor supplier performance, address issues proactively, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage purchase pricing, and contract terms to ensure cost competitiveness and operational efficiency.
• Support risk management activities related to labor supply, compliance, and supplier sustainability.
• Coordinate with global and regional procurement teams to align sourcing strategies and share best practices.
• Ensure supply continuity to support manufacturing with speed, quality, and reliability.
• Lead or actively engage in cross-functional teams to resolve supply issues and drive collaborative problem‑solving with key stakeholders
• Manage assigned purchasing projects, including cost, schedule, and scope.
• Handle complex and sensitive information when engaging with supplier leadership and internal teams.
• Contribute to procurement process improvements and act as a trainer for department-level purchasing activities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Proficient communication skills in both English and Korean

## Qualifications

### Education:

Bachelor's Degree

### Skills

### Certifications:

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### Years of Experience:

2 - 4 Years

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## Additional Information

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### Shift:

Day (Korea, Republic of)

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### Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

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### Relocation Eligible:

No

### Referral Payment Plan:

Employee Referral (Standard)

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.