Supplier Management – Back End

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Malaysia.

📋 Description

• Manage and provide support for the External Manufacturing organization’s sourcing activities.

• Assess, evaluate, and choose subcontractors based on their capabilities, historical performance, and project needs.

• Implement the BG ICS sourcing strategy for both back-end and front-end processes and develop the supplier network.

• Offer commercial insights regarding stakeholder needs.

• Ensure adherence to the terms and conditions outlined in contracts.

• Serve as the escalation point at subcontractors for New Product Introduction (NPI) and industrial project teams.

• Address significant issues related to assembly/tester allocation, availability of components, and prioritization.

• Negotiate supplier capacity for both front-end and back-end to align with the BG China+1 strategy.

• Promote cost reduction through negotiations, value engineering, and ongoing cost assessments.

• Work alongside subcontractors to discover and apply cost-saving initiatives.

• Keep track of market trends to ensure competitiveness in pricing.

• Engage in contract negotiations with subcontractors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and conditions.

• Collaborate with External Manufacturing, legal, and procurement teams on contractual obligations and compliance issues.

• Achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost savings, supplier performance, sourcing efficiency, and contract adherence.

• Oversee supplier identification and evaluation, contract negotiations, supplier relations, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and capacity management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, products, and subcontractor services.

• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with Nexperia teams and suppliers across different regions and in remote settings.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or a related discipline.

• At least 10 years of experience in subcontract/foundry sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management with a focus on semiconductors.

• An advanced degree (MBA, MS) is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• A workplace that promotes equal opportunity and inclusivity.

• A safe working environment with reasonable accommodations as needed.

• Access to employee resource groups, including the Pride Network Group and various global and local Women's groups.

• Equitable support, recognition, and challenges for all individuals.

• Opportunities for team collaboration, encouragement, and professional development.