Job Description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences - the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world\'s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. This is who we are at our best. One Company. One Team. AMD together we advance_ SENIOR BUYER THE ROLE: Manage all the indirect procurement activities to ensure the supply in a region to support business requirements. Ensure the compliance of company procurement process and policies to mitigate risks. Manage the cost by developing and implementing a regional procurement strategy. THE PERSON: We\'re looking for someone with an appetite for knowledge, motivated, resourceful, independent, and who can take initiative in this fast-paced environment. You should possess strong communication skills and stakeholder management skills who can interface well with internal and external partners across AMD. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for developing and managing the strategic supplier relationship s Manage cross-functional and cross site business processes to support operational (PO) process execution Own all daily management and execution of assigned requisitions for goods and services with third-party providers Exercise appropriate judgment within defined procedures to determine appropriate action Communicate effectively with key stakeholders on all levels Ensure a positive user experience when working with the requisition requestor Effectively communicate and efficiently resolve issues with all internal and external partners Work collaboratively and proactively to identify process, sourcing, and contract improvement opportunities Self-manage within assigned accountabilities Maintain operational focus with emphasis on customer service and day-to-day resolution of process and requisition-to-pay issues Manage contracting process PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Excellent knowledge of purchasing Basic knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM) Specific education or experience in SCM preferred. Green Belt certification preferred Understanding of APJ markets and cultures preferred Working experience of APJ countries, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Korea, and Australia etc. Demonstrated effective advanced computer skills Effective communication & interpersonal skills Effective leadership skills Effective project management skills Proficiency in SAP procurement transactions Proficiency in Ariba or equivalent e-procurement system Requisition-to-payment process experience Knowledge of strategic sourcing/commodity/spend category management methodology Experience with Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma methodology ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: BS/BA degree in a related technical or business field or MBA plus experience in a related technical or business field. # LI -SR4 Benefits offered are described: . AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants\' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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