Develop and execute purchasing strategies based on business, market, and technology trends and establish strong and competitive supply base
Responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services
Negotiate price, terms, and other items to complete full contract package
Optimize supply performance by analyzing and applying appropriate tools including benchmarking, cost and value chain analysis, negotiations, supply chain analysis
Work closely with cross functional partners internally and externally to trade off imperatives, identify creative solutions, and gain alignment, incl during RFQ management, change management, Procure to Pay, order fulfillment, and customer satisfaction
Drive for winning outcomes that are focused on the mission of the business
Develop and manage great supplier relationships
Provide pro-active communication and resolution of issues
Develop protection of supply and contingency plans

5+ years relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics or product development (any internship or co-op experience will not be considered)
Experience in Semiconductors
Experience managing and negotiating commercial issues with suppliers as well as contract drafting, redlining, and working cross functionally with legal
Proven leadership capability
Strong analytical skills
Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise, and problem-solve
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various stakeholders within time constraints, as well as building relationships internally & externally
Experience working in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Highly proficient oral and written communication skills and adept at engaging and presenting to Senior Executives
Demonstrates ability to develop and apply deep cost knowledge
Knowledge of procurement and materials software, as well as MS software applications

Senior Global Sourcing Manager – Semiconductors

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