Buyer

Your Job

Molex is seeking a Buyer to join the RF Material team within the DataCom & Specialty Solutions (DSS) division. In this role, you will be responsible for executing end‑to‑end purchasing activities for Liquid Cooling production line to ensure material availability, support cost management, and maintain supplier performance. You will collaborate closely with suppliers, production, quality, and cross‑functional teams to secure supplies, manage risks, and optimize procurement efficiency.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring supply continuity, supporting production flexibility, new product introduction, and overall business needs.

Location: Tamsui, Taiwan

Our Team

Our team: RF Material Planning team within the DataCom & Specialty Solutions (DSS) division.

Project stakeholders: Production control, manufacturing engineering, quality, subcontractor/supplier and business unit teams across multiple locations.

What You Will Do (Job Description)

· PR/PO Management

o Review purchase requisitions (PR), modify if required, and convert to purchase orders (PO).

o Ensure PO accuracy, pricing correctness, delivery dates, and compliance with procurement procedures.

· VIM & PO Maintenance

o Manage vendor invoice maintenance (VIM) to ensure invoice/PO alignment.

o Perform PO repricing or correction to support finance and month‑end processes.

· Vendor Management (Inc. Outsourcing Subcontractor)

o Track supplier delivery performance, drive pull‑in/push‑out actions, and resolve shortages or delays.

o Manage supplier issues related to quality, capacity, and logistics.

o Support vendor scorecard processes and continuous performance improvement.

· Regulatory & Documentation Support

o Support CER requirements, including REACH, RoHS, DoNU and other compliance documents.

o Follow up with suppliers for timely submission and updates.

· PCN Management

o Manage product change notifications (PCN), including EOL notices, tooling worn‑out updates, and risk assessments.

o Coordinate internal evaluation and implement mitigation plans.

· Cost Management

o Conduct direct material cost salvage reviews and identify cost reduction or recovery opportunities.

o Support sourcing team in cost‑related projects when required.

· NPI & PPAP Support

o Assist new product introduction (NPI) activities, including PPAP document collection and supplier communication.

o Ensure new materials meet readiness and compliance requirements before mass production.

· Cross‑Functional Collaboration

o Work closely with internal production, planning, engineering, and SQE to ensure supply continuity.

o Support process improvement initiatives and other tasks assigned by leadership.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

· Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, procurement, or related fields.

· Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work cross‑functionally and with suppliers.

· Familiarity with purchasing processes and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).

· Basic understanding of supply chain, cost structures, and material management.

What Will Put You Ahead

· Experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with ability to manage multiple priorities.

· Proactive, detail‑oriented, and capable of identifying supply risks and driving resolutions independently.

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel or other analysis tools for procurement data management.

· Experience in managing compliance documentation (REACH, RoHS) and PCN processes.

· Knowledge of PPAP, NPI cycles, or vendor development activities.

· Basic automation skills (e.g., VBA, Power Query, Power BI) to streamline purchasing tasks.