Indirect Engineering Buyer jobs at Applied Materials in Israel, Rishon Lezion

About the Group

ICAPS Software Groupis responsible for the end-to-end development of ICAPS products, which utilize Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) to detect defects and measure nanoscale elements during semiconductor manufacturing.

Our scope includes all software components: database architecture, device control and synchronization, fab interface and automation, and application development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead two software engineering teams, including team leads and developers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Oversee the development of two distinct products, ensuring alignment and collaboration across teams.
• Drive all phases of the software development lifecycle: requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, release, and support.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, product managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Champion Agile methodologies and foster a culture of innovation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the teams.
• Cultivate a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop team members to achieve their full potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience managing software engineering teams.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Strong proficiency in Java or C# development.
• Expertise in object-oriented design and development.
• Hands-on experience with Agile frameworks, particularly SCRUM.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.
• Commitment to high standards in code quality, testing, and performance.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Strong learning agility and adaptability.
• Team-oriented mindset with outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and results-driven approach.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

What We Offer

Working in leading global company that develops high end equipment for the semi-conductor market. You will find yourself working in a dynamic business environment, engaging with cutting edge technology suppliers, developing creative solutions for complex situation.

Whatyou'll be doing:

• Responsible for Supplier’s operational management (Forecast & POs, FGIs, ECOs, obsolete, MRP actions, transitions, Repairs, service agreements, OTD, etc)
• Coordinates/drives purchasing activities with planning and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Leads supplier’squality activities in collaboration with manufacturing and engineering departments
• Expedites and ensures timely receipt of materials.
• Practice management without authority
• Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues
• Provides input to management regarding suppliers and material status, action plans and address long term issues.
• What should you have?
• Bachelor's Degree or higher education in relevant field preferred Engineering
• 4-7 Years of Experience in Purchasing
• Service- oriented, experienced with suppliers and internal customers
• Independent, team player with high negotiation skills
• High level English (writing, speaking and reading)
• High presentation skills
• Program management experience
• Commercial orientation
• Excellent problem solving ability
• Great interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

1. Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels. Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues
2. Develops methods of business simplification for the procurement function. Participates in the development of ISO documents for the purchasing function.
3. Manages activities of the purchasing group in the manager’s absence. Manages projects for purchasing; as required, monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned projects. Oversees workload distribution among Buyers; trains and audits activities of lower level personnel.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

What We Offer

• Manage commercial engagements with suppliers and subcontractors for medium-large scale with high level of complexityEngineering projects, such as constructions, building control systems and others.
• Lead commercial negotiation processes with contractors and suppliers, including price comparison, payment terms approval, and deal closure.
• Supervise and monitor the execution of contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with commercial and legal terms.
• Responsible for managing engagements, optimizing costs and supply conditions.
• Collaborate with internal departments: Legal, Engineering, Finance and more.
• Perform data analysis for optimal management of negotiants and engagements.

What should you have?

• At least 3 years of experience in contract management, procurement, commercial engagements or B2B Sales in Real Estate – Mandatory.
• Experience working with subcontractors and suppliers, including negotiation management – mandatory.
• High analytical skills .
• High complexity Negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Office applications, including high-level Excel skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, with attention to detail and organization.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher education in relevant field.
• Excellent English proficiency –reading\writing\speaking.

What We Offer