Commodity Manager

About the role

As the Commodity Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting our client's business and related functions. You will also contribute to R&D activities and participate in strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive commodity strategy: Align the commodity strategy with the global purchasing strategy and product roadmap, ensuring full commitment from stakeholders across the organization.
• Conduct market analysis: Regularly assess procurement markets, technology trends, supplier performance, cost developments, and procurement risks to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Build strategic partnerships: Foster relationships with key players in the industry to anticipate future needs and secure advantageous partnerships.
• Manage supply chain: Oversee foundries, OSATs, design houses, and consulting companies to support internal ICS activities.
• Supplier evaluation: Conduct supplier visits, audits, and business reviews to assess cost competitiveness, geopolitical risks, and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts: Lead negotiations for master agreements, global annual pricing lists, and other contractual terms.
• Supplier communication: Manage supplier communications, including sourcing event invitations, issue resolution, pricing negotiations, and contracting.
• Escalation management: Address supplier escalations as needed.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Purchasing or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of the semiconductor industry process.
• Open-mindedness and a willingness to learn.
• Interest in working in a technical environment, particularly semiconductors.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Excel, PowerPoint, Projects, Word, and MS D365.
• Results-oriented mindset with a strong drive for action.
• Motivated team player with a creative and innovative problem-solving approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional language skills are a plus.