Senior Buyer

Adesis Inc. is a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes. Within our OLED Chemistry organization, we engage in research and development of new materials for use in the fabrication of OLED devices leading to the next generation of OLED displays.

Our R&D footprint encompasses almost 100,000 square feet of state-of-the-art laboratory and manufacturing space in two U.S. locations - New Castle and Wilmington, DE, centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic biotech/pharmaceutical hub.

We are an extraordinary company looking for extraordinary talent! If you would like to be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working on fast-paced and innovative OLED research programs that will impact the next generation of consumer electronics, then please come and join us!

Job Summary

The Sr. Buyer leads day-to-day procurement for the New Castle and Wilmington sites, ensuring timely fulfillment of high-volume, mission-critical purchases that support operational, laboratory, and manufacturing needs. This role oversees and mentors purchasing staff as applicable, manages supplier relationships, and drives sourcing and contracting activities to ensure uninterrupted supply at optimal total cost. Responsibilities include domestic and international sourcing of chemicals, laboratory reagents, equipment, and services to support research, manufacturing, and laboratory operations, while driving supplier performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve procurement goals within assigned categories.
• Supervise local procurement personnel
• Identify, monitor and manage the Supplier Sourcing and Management system
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms with suppliers.
• Consolidate major purchases to leverage volume and improve pricing outcomes.
• Resolve disputed purchases fairly and efficiently to protect the organization while maintaining supplier relationships
• Develop and manage budgets for procurement activities.
• Lead or support procurement-related projects.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.
• Manage and communicate procurement Standard Operating Procedures in accordance with the Adesis Quality Management System (QMS)
• Work in close coordination with the Procurement Department at corporate headquarters to ensure that all procurement processes are optimized and consistently adhere to established global standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–6 years of procurement or supply chain experience.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Financial and analytical acumen.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibit the capacity to perform efficiently in a demanding environment while engaging with multiple stakeholders.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Experience with SAP Business One is a plus.

Current Benefits At Adesis Inc.

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus program
• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family
• Option of Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Option of Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Group Term Life insurance, short term disability, and long-term disability benefits for employees
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) company contribution
• Annual charitable matching gift
• Generous Paid Time Off

Annual compensation range: $95k-$115k