Global Supplier Manager - Electronics

About the role

MKS Inc. is looking for a Global Supplier Manager in Penang, Malaysia, to work with Engineering, Procurement, Category Management and Sourcing on the electronics supply base strategy. The role reports to the Senior Manager, PCBA's & Distribution Category.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and refine the MKS electronics category strategy and act as single point of contact for key strategic globally managed electronics suppliers.
• Negotiate total cost of ownership, price, OTD, lead times, customer satisfaction and agility.
• Manage master supply agreements: build them from templates, review, negotiate, execute, monitor and update.
• Manage global supplier performance with scorecards and hold quarterly supplier performance and business reviews.
• Lead dual sourcing, resourcing and new supplier introduction to support business continuity.
• Communicate category strategy, risk mitigation plans and improvement ideas to stakeholders, and oversee projects for assigned suppliers.
• Support sourcing activities and new supplier introductions.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Business or Supply Chain (master's preferred).
• 5+ years of related experience in category or commodity management in electronics.
• Preferred: CPIM and/or APICS certification.
• Experience developing supplier and supply chain strategies while handling supplier tactical issues.
• Knowledge of or quick ability to learn the semiconductor equipment industry.
• Experience managing PCBA contract manufacturers and OEM component suppliers.

Required skills

• Oracle and/or SAP procurement and planning modules.
• Category management and supplier negotiation.

Up to 25% travel is required. The company recruits from diverse backgrounds but some roles may be restricted by export control regulations; hiring is based on merit and qualifications, and background checks and drug screens are conducted.