Buyer - Raw Materials Chemicals

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Position Summary

In this role, the Buyer will lead end‑to‑end inventory and supply‑chain management for bulk chemicals used across Samsung’s Taylor and Austin fabs. This includes issuing purchase orders, maintaining optimal days‑of‑stock, and coordinating the logistics of large‑volume shipments (e.g., tanker, rail, bulk containers). The role also serves as the tactical management for ISO day to day deliveries, ensuring that all bulk‑chemical shipments meet strict safety, quality, and documentation standards while keeping the flow of material uninterrupted.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Inventory management for RM Chemicals, including PO issuing, days of stock management, logistics coordination and troubleshooting.

• Supply Chain maintenance and development globally for all assigned materials, including strong understanding of inputs and secondary, tertiary etc inputs.

• Project management for improvements, cost engineering and other initiatives.

• Vendor management across performance, responsiveness, order fulfillment and other categories.

• First line of defense and warning for risk management for under/over stock, shipping delays, quality concerns, geopolitical risk etc.

• Reporting and data analysis as needed.

• Developing expertise around materials and corresponding vendors.

• Coordination and collaboration with internal (Engineering, Material Technology, Logistics, etc.) and external (Vendors, Samsung HQ) stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• Undergraduate degree in Business/Supply Chain Management (ideal); Chemical/Mechanical/Material Engineering, or other related field. 

• Strong proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel); previous experience with ERP and inventory management systems strongly preferred.

• Strong communication (verbal & written), data analysis, and time management skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Background in data analytics, coding (Python, R, etc.) and/or system automation a plus.

The current base salary range for this role is between $65,000 - $107,500. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

• Wellness incentives and MORE
   

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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