Buyer II

Job Description

Job Description

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world ! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Buyer II to join us in Hayward, CA!

The Buyer II is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and expediting materials from approved suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance. This role supports new product introductions, drives cost reduction initiatives, and manages supplier performance through scorecards and strategic negotiations. The Buyer II collaborates across teams to optimize material costs, resolve invoice issues, and maintain procurement records, contributing to key supply chain objectives including inventory control, material availability, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Responsible for buying, sourcing and expediting materials, commodities from approved vendor lists both locally and overseas.
• Expertise with NPI procurement preferred.
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials from suppliers and meeting quality requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers.
• Execute cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain, monitor and provide feedback on supplier’s scorecard programs for cost, delivery and quality.
• Work towards achieving given objectives / KPI such as inventory management, MRB, RVN, cost reduction, materials availability and quality management.
• Support, execute and provide inputs to improve Supply Chain initiatives and strategies.
• Continuously optimize MPV by reducing the cost of materials and by limiting unfavorable PPV.
• Understand suppliers, their capabilities, market trend and technologies for assigned commodities.
• Work with Materials Quote Analysts to quote new and existing materials. Frequently re-quote and negotiate to capitalize on cost reduction opportunities.
• Makes tactical buying decisions.
• Invoice resolution for payment approvals.
• Orders, reschedules and cancels material based on requisitions and MRP output.
• Maintains procurement records, documentation and metrics.
• Follow up with logistics to receive materials in warehouse.
• Other duties as required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Physical Demands and Working Conditions : This section is required for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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At Ultra Clean Technology, we do not just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

UCT  offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $67,800.00 and $108,400.00 USD / year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including variable pay and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO (Paid Time Off) and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these additional compensation and benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.