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Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

We are looking for an exceptional Sr. Procurement Manager based in Romania, who preferably has strong management experience supporting global procurement hubs along with a strong desire to learn and grow with an innovative company.  This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative international environment navigating multiple technologies, systems, processes, organizations, sites, cultures and practices to understand & validate issues and facilitate solutions. The Sr. Procurement Manager will manage a regional team responsible for all aspects of procurement, supplier management, cost saving and people management for Europe region. Additionally, you will identify and develop new suppliers and improve existing supplier performance in support of MKS global category sourcing strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative international environment navigating multiple technologies, systems, processes, organizations, sites, cultures and support a robust category strategy. You will have global responsibility for providing a rapid response to demand needs and will ensure supply continuity.

How you will achieve this:

• Effectively and efficiently build and manage a high performing team of buyers supporting MKS Europe business units.
• Solve dynamic problems that are important to the success of the organization and draw on experience to successfully negotiate lowest total cost of ownership/best price, OTD, lead times, customer satisfaction, and quality.
• Communicate risk mitigation action plans to C-suite level executive stakeholders.

• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to support the business needs.
• Proactively drive the supply chain to supply and exceed our production floor’s needs and eliminate any interruptions
• Capable to manage multiple projects and complete daily/weekly/monthly purchasing goals and metrics

• Serve as the focal point for escalation of all supplier relationship issues for the suppliers under your responsibility
• Travel to suppliers and other MKS facilities 10%-20% of the time or as required for this position

What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity is:

• A Bachelor of Science degree preferably in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, preferred Masters
• Detailed knowledge of mechanical parts, electronic component manufacturers, contract manufacturers and broker networks for electronic components.
• Proven crises management skills. Flexibility to travel globally up to 30% of the time
• Demonstrated global and cross functional teams with a proven track record of taking ownership.
• A demonstrated background and proven experience with purchasing and supply chain tools
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in the use of ERP/MRP Systems, SAP, Oracle and Microsoft Office
• Advanced level ability in the use of Excel & Power Point
• A willingness and ability to influence and change the status quo
• Strong proficiency in both English and French

MKS Instruments, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer. We solicit and hire applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category. Our policy is to employ the most qualified applicants. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with company policies and federal and state guidelines.

MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. 

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected] .

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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations.  Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.  MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected] .

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