Supply Chain Specialist (BuyerPlanner)

Vishay manufactures one of the worlds largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive industrial computing consumer telecommunications military aerospace and medical markets. We help the worlds most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us buildThe DNA of tech.

At Vishay Specialty Thin Film we manufacture highly engineered electronic components used in demanding applications including aerospace defense medical telecommunications and industrial technologies.

Our Hudson facility is a small collaborative team where every employee makes a visible impact. Were looking for an energetic Supply Chain Specialist who enjoys solving problems working across departments and ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time to support our customers.

Youll play a central role in planning production managing supplier relationships balancing inventory and helping our factory deliver exceptional customer performance.

If you enjoy variety ownership and working closely with sales manufacturing and operations leadership wed like to meet you.

Where Youll Work & The Scope:

Vishay Centerline in Hudson MA is currently seeking a Full Time Buyer/Planner responsible for planning production schedules and procuring materials parts components and services to support our customer needs and requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Purchase raw materials components and outside services to support production requirements.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers while monitoring quality delivery and cost performance.
• Negotiate pricing delivery schedules and commercial terms when appropriate.
• Identify alternate suppliers and recommend sourcing improvements.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively resolve supply issues before they impact production.

Production Planning

• Develop and maintain production schedules using our MRP system.
• Balance customer demand with manufacturing capacity.
• Coordinate priorities with Operations Engineering Customer Service and Sales.
• Monitor inventory levels to support customer delivery while minimizing excess inventory.
• Identify material shortages and develop recovery plans.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze inventory planning and purchasing data to improve operational performance.
• Recommend process improvements that improve delivery reduce inventory and lower costs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
• Help build a resilient responsive supply chain capable of supporting future business growth.

Experience Youll Need:

Successful candidates will typically have:

• 2 years of experience in purchasing production planning supply chain inventory management scheduling manufacturing operations or a related field.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• A proactive mindset and a desire to improve processes.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelors or Associates degree in Supply Chain Business Operations Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in electronics semiconductor aerospace medical device or other high-technology manufacturing environments.

Why Join Vishay Specialty Thin Film

At our Hudson facility youll find something thats increasingly rarea small team where your work has immediate impact. Youll enjoy:

• A high level of ownership and responsibility.
• Direct interaction with plant leadership.
• Opportunities to influence purchasing planning inventory and operational performance.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing supporting mission-critical industries.
• A collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Salary Range:
$70000 - $80000 annually commensurate with experience.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such this position is open only to applicants who qualify as U.S. Persons according to U.S. federal law.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us youll experience unique career paths an open and collaborative culture a stable business that will be there for you and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need Are you ready to power your career as you power the world If so apply today.

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such this position is open only to applicants who qualify as U.S. Persons according to U.S. federal law.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us youll experience unique career paths an open and collaborative culture a stable business that will be there for you and opportunities to work globally and you have the skills we need Are you ready to power your career as you power the worldIf so apply today.

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer