Purchasing Manager (SiC)

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Job ElementWeight#Performance Satisfactory When / Specific Duties

• Purchasing / Sourcing 50% 1.1 – 1.12
• Direct and oversee daily operations of Purchasing and Sourcing.
• Ensure procurement of materials, commodities, and services is on track and on time.
• Manage quotation, purchase requisitions, and orders promptly.
• Select and negotiate with suppliers regarding pricing, contracts, warranties, and services to achieve cost-saving KPIs.
• Identify alternative sourcing for risk mitigation and cost reduction.
• Ensure all specifications and requirements are met in quotations.
• Establish category management aligned with global SIC LLC requirements.
• Ensure efficient spending on materials and equipment.
• Resolve all non-conforming product issues within the month and track supplier performance.
• Maintain updated backlog reports and inform requesters of delivery changes via DMS.
• Ensure vendor on-time delivery, especially for project transfers.
• Ensure compliance with import regulations for chemicals/special materials.
• Verify proper handling of used equipment importation.
• Ensure all purchasing documents are provided to Finance on time.
• Vendor Management & Inventory Control 20% 2.1 – 2.7
• Oversee vendor evaluation, selection, and performance management.
• Collaborate with SQE for vendor assessment schedules and communicate performance results.
• Conduct vendor audits, visits, and meetings as planned.
• Ensure supplier-related issues are resolved promptly.
• Monitor open PO and on-time delivery reports to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Drive localization and sourcing to minimize inventory value.
• Harmonize materials and ensure proper escalation of critical deliveries to both local and global teams.
• Reporting 10% 3 - Direct and oversee data collection, analysis, and submission of reports such as OTD, AVL, Saving, and Metric reports.
• Supervision, Management & Leadership 20% 4
• Build, motivate, and empower the team to achieve high performance in a dynamic environment.
• Ensure team compliance with customs and government regulations for imports.
• Apply proper interview and selection techniques to ensure the right people in the right roles.
• Develop a learning culture through continuous training and professional development.
• Implement performance management with clear goals, ongoing feedback, and on-time completion.
• Maintain open and effective communication across all levels.
• Promote a zero-accident mindset by ensuring adherence to EHS policies and maintaining a safe workplace.
• Ensure compliance with all employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
  
  

Education & Experience

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Educational Background Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Trade, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Engineering (or equivalent).

Working Experience - Minimum 8 years of related experience in Purchasing within a manufacturing environment.- At least 3 years of management/leadership experience.- Technical background is a plus.- Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Abilities - Strong communication across all organizational levels.- Systematic, detail-oriented, and assertive negotiator.- Strong memory, organization, and coordination skills.- Familiar with material handling equipment, machines, tooling, and spare parts.

Skills

• Strong communication across all organizational levels.
• Systematic, detail-oriented, and assertive negotiator.
• Strong memory, organization, and coordination skills.
• Familiar with material handling equipment, machines, tooling, and spare parts.
  
  

Working Conditions

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Physical Requirements

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Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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