Senior Manager/Manager, Purchasing
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 14, 2026. Vishay Intertechnology scores B on the Alion truth index.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Help us build the DNA of tech. Vishay is seeking a full-time SeniorManager,purchasingto lead and drive operational excellence,planning and executing the timely procurement for material, parts and services needed to fulfill the production plan at one or more assigned location.
PrimaryResponsibilities
Developing and maintaining working relations with suppliers assigned.
Monitoring stock and inventories of local warehouses, and planning quantities of parts and materials needed, with respect to production and delivery plans.
Negotiating contracts and specific conditions for delivery of parts, materials or services. Ensuring timely procurement and order management to ensure parts and materials are appropriately delivered
Ensuring supplier performance reporting, announcing and clarifying claims, if necessary A job at this level.
Leads mid-volume local procurement unit to buy assignedfull scopeof parts, materials and services for the plant(s) or site(s) assigned
Contributes to the superior plans and related budgets.
Manageand continuously improve assigned procurement processes, to ensure work is as efficient as possible.
Leads local negotiationsondeliveries, within given limits; act as escalation point of contact for local claim management.
Manages locally relevant suppliercontractswithinthevalue chain.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field
8+years of experience in Direct Procurement, hands-onexperience executing sourcing activities and supplier negotiation.
Minimum 5 years of experience working with OSATs, Assembly, Test and BE manufacturing processes is preferred,with at least8years in a regional role
Experience with contract management and contract process ownership.
Strong project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills
Ability to operate independently, manage ambiguity, and drive initiatives across multiple locations
KnowledgeofSAP MM is preferred.