Senior Specialist, Direct Commodity Management

Job Title:

Senior Specialist, Direct Commodity Management

Job Description:

Job Description

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role:

Entegris is growing and looking for a strong Senior Specialist, Direct Commodity Management to join our Plastic Fabrication Team supporting Direct Procurement. If you are a motivated individual interested in solving complex problems within the semiconductor supply chain, this role may be a fit for you!

What You’ll Do:

• •Drive sourcing decisions in the Plastic Fabrications or Packaging category that will provide an insight to better supplier choices;
• •Lead cost saving efforts, especially in areas of opportunity within this commodity;
• •Become a strong ambassador for the sourcing organization, develop relationships with key Entegris stakeholders, and facilitate engagements that position organization for long term success;
• •Develop strong relationships with suppliers’ technical teams that facilitate a deep understanding of their organizations technology roadmaps and capabilities to support Entegris product requirements;
• •Assess technology/business gaps in supplier performance and implement appropriate continuous improvement activities;
• •Partner with Entegris product development teams to lead the outsource manufacturing sourcing activities that enable organic business growth;
• •Negotiate and manage commercial/technical supply chain to support Entegris business needs;
• •Contract negotiation with critical suppliers that provide support to APS and MS divisions. Support sourcing, cost saving and supplier development efforts across the BU’s .

What We Seek:

• •The ability to develop, lead, motivate, and continuously improve within a global sourcing team.
• •Proficiency in establishing relationships with key business and technology partners that ensure alignment and successful outcomes
• •Timely identification and efficient execution of key supplier projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• •Competency in positioning team to implement a supply base that can fully support the successful launch of new products
• •Identification and implementation of new supplier management elements to enhance the Global Procurement organization
• •The capacity to leverage key suppliers to support Entegris growth and profitability goals

Requirements:

• •BS or MS in engineering, supply chain or related;
• •The ability to understand total cost models;
• •A leader with a strong technical background in part fabrication with the ability to effectively motivate teams to achieve collective success;
• •An astute capability to recognize the needs and motivations of individuals, and the capability to develop and nurture a wide array of internal and external relationships;
• •The capability to quickly understand complex engagements, identify creative business solutions, and drive successful interactions with outside partners;
• •A dedicated technology inclination for learning, collaborating, and continuous improvement;
• •Demonstrated negotiating skills, effective communication capabilities, and the ability to persuade suppliers to efficiently support the long-term, profitable growth of Entegris;
• •Strong plastic fabrication fundamentals, with the ability to apply his/her knowledge to current and emerging semiconductor manufacturing needs.

Professional proficiency in English

Professional proficiency in Japanese (preferred)

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.