Senior NPI Buyer

Senior NPI Buyer

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Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing.

Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Job Description

About the Role :

As Senior NPI Buyer, this role is responsible for all aspects of procurement for New Product Design and Introduction including quoting, negotiating cost and lead times, material requirements planning, purchasing, item master maintenance, monitoring movement of material, managing inventory levels, expediting, and project reporting.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience buying and planning for a variety of materials used in complex product designs in an engineering design environment with work assignments ranging from tactical to complex, requiring motivation, discretion, independent judgment and diverse problem‑solving methods.

Work Location : Onsite – Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru.

Key responsibilities :

• Create and manage purchase orders and requests for quotes to include technical documents, pricing, delivery and key milestones to ensure on‑time receipt of materials.
• Transform MRP demand signals into planned orders to create confirming Purchase Orders using appropriate and approved Inventory planning rules and guidelines.
• Analyze, adjust and optimize product and component inventory levels to coincide with design project schedules and / or manufacturing demand and lead time changes.
• Support Engineering in management for design projects, engineering BOMs, engineering change orders (ECO) and supplier‑initiated action requests (SIARs).
• Work collaboratively with Commodity Management to align sourcing strategies, mitigate risk, and negotiate optimal purchase agreements.
• Maintain the integrity of MRP parameters (lot / order size, lead time, and safety stock).
• Coordinate with Supplier Quality on quality issues to ensure immediate intervention and resolution.
• Interact with suppliers to ensure appropriate support and execution of NPI deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Competencies :

Work Location & Flexibility

At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in‑office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Semiconductor Manufacturing

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