Purchasing Supervisor

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Job Summary

The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the organization's procurement activities, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, products, and services required to support business operations. This role supervises purchasing staff, manages supplier relationships, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supply Management

• Lead and supervise daily purchasing activities to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials and services.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions and purchase orders within authorized limits.
• Monitor inventory levels, supplier lead times, and demand forecasts to prevent material shortages and excess inventory.
• Coordinate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Logistics teams to support business objectives.

Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and performance reviews based on quality, delivery, service, and cost.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and favorable commercial agreements.
• Work with suppliers to resolve delivery, quality, and service issues.

Team Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and develop purchasing team members.
• Establish performance goals and monitor team productivity.
• Provide training on procurement systems, policies, and best practices.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Cost Management & Process Improvement

• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Analyze purchasing trends, spending patterns, and supplier performance metrics.
• Drive process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support digitalization and automation initiatives within procurement processes.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, ethics standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Ensure adherence to approved supplier and sourcing strategies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Tools On Time Start
• Cost Savings and Cost Avoidance
• Inventory Turns
• Supplier Quality Performance
• Team Productivity and Development
• Compliance to Procurement Policies

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Competencies

• Leadership and Team Development
• Strategic Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Collaboration and Influencing
• Decision Making
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Risk Management

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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