Overview
The client is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us.
Job Title : Sr. Strategic NPI Sourcing Manager
Work Location : Milpitas, CA
Job Type : Full time
Work Type : Hybrid (3 days onsite / week)
Job Description / Responsibilities :
- Strategic Supplier selection followed by Contract and Cost negotiations.
- Work closely with Design Engineers and Scientists to understand the sourcing requirements and develop sourcing strategies.
- Scope out potential candidate suppliers in coordination with Category managers and Engineering.
- Build sophisticated engagements to develop RFQ / P's from the suppliers followed by creating scorecards and executive presentations to drive the decision-making process.
- Drive the assessment of supplier cost, quality, capability, capacity, financials etc. to orchestrate the supplier selection.
- Negotiate supplier contracts like Development or Purchase Agreements and support Engineering in the drafting of Statement of Work for development projects.
- Responsible for competitive bidding with alternate suppliers to lead Cost negotiations.
- Maintain and grow the relationships with our strategic suppliers and disengage suppliers with poor performance.
- Support with project management activities like ramping up supplier capacity from proto to volume production, and handling escalations of late deliveries
- Leverage our strategic supplier influence to support Engineers and Operations with quality or supplier development related activities.
Preferred Qualifications :
Master's Degree in technical engineering field : mechanical / electrical / electronics / industrial engineering, physics or material science.Strategic sourcing experience in the Semiconductor Capital Equipment, Aerospace, Defense or Medical equipment industries.Strategic sourcing experience in high precision mechatronics systems, high vacuum, sensors / cameras, computer systems, PCBA and power supply.Working experience w electron beam technology and / or supply chain is strongly preferred.Any relevant certifications like PMP / CSCP / CPSM etc.Minimum Qualifications :
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 yearsExperience with Supply Chain Management in any industry or Experience with Engineering / Supply Chain Management within the Semiconductor Capital Equipment industry.Must possess Technical (Engineering / Science / Technology) and Commercial aptitudes.The ability and desire to constantly learn is crucial.Domestic and international travel is required (up to 20%).TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.