Buyer/Data Analyst, Malaysia

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. 

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

As the Buyer/Data Analyst, you will effectively process all assigned requirements into purchase orders with suppliers and perform all postorder management work to ensure services or materials being procured are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with Veeco Purchasing Procedures and objectives. You will assist in the development and maintenance of quality data collection processes and reporting to support the supply chain team in making data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities:

Purchasing 

• Place purchase orders for assigned vendors or commodities, utilizing MRP or other planning strategies and performing all steps in the procurement process with accuracy and care to avoid economic loss and customer dissatisfaction.
• Maintain schedules over the life of the purchase order from receipt of requisition, placement of order, managing expedites / reschedules / cancellations / past due orders, to acceptance of the assigned material into stock and the resolution of invoice discrepancies.
• Process rejected materials and returns per (MRB) guidelines, ensuring cause and corrective action, as necessary.
• Coordinate the execution of Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s).
• Request quotations with vendors for best pricing and delivery; negotiate best price, lead-time, and delivery.
• Communicate expectations, requirements, and issues with suppliers and stakeholders across departments and business units.
• Support global sourcing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design and manage working sessions, involving, and communicating with management, as necessary.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to meet company expectations and objectives.
• Maintain data that enables the effectiveness of company systems and processes.
• Work with suppliers for processing returns of discrepant materials using Material review board (MRB) and RMA (Return material authorization) process.
• Place purchase orders with suppliers for re-work of parts as needed, also for parts including materials that Veeco supplies as Sub-Contract.

Data Analytics

• Improve existing quality analytics reporting processes by incorporating various data sources (supplier, manufacturing, engineering, field) and aiding in troubleshooting of reporting programs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new data collection systems and analytics reporting to support quality strategies and company goals.
• Clean and validate data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Gather and analyze data, generate reports for various stakeholders as needed to support management review cycles and on an ad hoc basis.
• Perform internal reviews of data trends and create reports to illustrate data trending issues to Quality Engineers, supporting the development of action plans for improvement.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of technical complexity.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics/Supply Chain, Computer Science/Engineering or related field. Minimum five years of buying experience in a manufacturing or technology environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read/understand blueprints.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and experience using MRP systems, preferably SAP.
• Competency with leading data profiling tools such as SAP Cloud Analytics, or other data querying tools
• Data analysis experience with Excel, Mini Tab, or similar tools is desirable.
• Detail- oriented and able to multi-task effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills

Veeco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.