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Buyer

Vishay
Columbus, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/8/2027
Columbus, NE, United States of America | Niagara Falls, NY, United States of America | Purchasing

Job Description

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.®

Vishay manufactures one of the world's 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 world's 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 build The DNA of tech.™

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at www.Vishay.com.

Do you want to help us build the DNA of tech? Vishay Dale Electronics – Columbus, NE is currently seeking applicants for a Buyer.

Job Summary:

Acquires and maintains technical understanding of products purchased. Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities. Develops and maintains working relations with assigned suppliers. Negotiates contracts and specific conditions for delivery of parts, materials, or services. Expedites purchase orders and supplier materials to meet the needs of the Vishay Dale operations requirements. Manages multiple projects to drive cost savings, supplier improvement, and to identify alternative sources for purchased products. Assists with supplier visits as needed to ensure adherence to delivery requirements and continuity of supply.

Job Location:

Vishay Dale Electronics, Columbus, NE is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of resistors and e-beam technology. There are around 600 employees currently working in Columbus, NE. We are one of the largest employers in the Columbus Area.

What you will be doing:

  • Enter orders into SAP and place orders with vendors.
  • Investigate potential suppliers and products, issue RFQ's as necessary.
  • Procurement of materials, parts, components, equipment, and services from suppliers.
  • Plan, review, and modify scheduling of supplies to ensure uninterrupted production.
  • Identify and drive cost savings initiatives.
  • Support other Dale division locations as needed.

What you will bring along:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field required.
  • Five or more years of purchasing and supplier management experience preferred.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
  • Strong negotiation skills with a focus on manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Access, Outlook, and mainframe systems a plus.

What can we offer you for your talent:

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, you'll 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. Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement.

Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? .

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” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HR.Operations@Vishay.com assistance.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan

Salary : $52,703 - $82,994

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