Supply Chain Buyer
Fortinet · Sunnyvale, California, US
Position Summary Under direct supervision, supports day-to-day purchasing and material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations.
Job description
Position Summary Under direct supervision, supports day-to-day purchasing and material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations. This role is responsible for executing procurement, maintaining system accuracy, coordinating global logistics, and working cross-functionally with Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, and Warehouse teams. The position also contributes to supplier performance monitoring, cost control, and inventory optimization, providing a strong foundation for growth into advanced sourcing or commodity management roles. Key Responsibilities: - Execute procurement activities with approved domestic and international suppliers in alignment with demand requirements - Maintain and update master purchasing data to ensure accuracy and system integrity - Create, monitor, and manage purchase orders, including status tracking and on-time delivery performance within the ERP system - Track shipments and provide timely updates on material status, risks, and delays - Proactively identify material shortages and communicate supply risks to planning and manufacturing teams - Collaborate with Planning and Manufacturing to ensure production schedules are supported an...