Sr Mgr, Category Mgmt OEM

3 weeks ago

Austin, United States UCT Alumni Association Full time
Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success - join us today

Job Summary:

The main function of this role is to develop category strategies focused on reducing lead times, assuring supply, increasing flexibility, improving supplier quality, and optimizing total cost of ownership. This will involve an in depth understanding of the market, supplier sourcing, risk and performance management. This involves a thorough understanding of what makes up the specific categories and how the components impact overall costs. In addition, the category manager must be the main point of contact for all systemic supply chain related issues within their categories and supply base. Category management is responsible for supplier selection, negotiating T&C's, and managing supplier performance. supplier qualification and negotiating to ensure contract terms are favorable to UCT.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develops and implements category strategies, globally and regionall,
  • Drives formal supplier business reviews (SBR's), focusing on quality, cost, performance, and strategic initiatives.
  • Delivers and manages Supplier Performance Improvement Plans, continuously managing capacity availability versus long-range demand forecasts.
  • Uses category strategies as the basis for supplier selection, cost reduction, margin improvement and overall supply chain management.
  • Negotiates and manages the maintenance of agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between UCT and the supply base, such as General Supply Agreements (GSA), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), Joint Development Agreements (JDA), Blanket Purchase Orders (BPO), Safety and Inventory Stocking Agreements, etc.
  • Manages and fosters relationships with UCTs' supply base and drives resolution to conflicts.
  • Engages with the Product Life Cycle process to ensure alignment with the category strategies and all UCT's site materials teams.
  • Directs new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the UCT supply base (assessments, financial viability, etc.).
  • In collaboration with other regional category managers, maintains a list of strategic suppliers eligible to be designated for sourcing of production material.
  • Drives resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time, which may include engagement with sub-tiers in the supply chain.
  • Develops and presents high level cost reduction opportunities to all UCT sites for execution.
  • Conducts special projects as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Extremely high level of knowledge of OEM categories and a thorough understanding of category management strategies for OEM product
  • Proven track record of negotiating cost and lead time reduction with OEM suppliers with the understanding that UCT generally does not control product demand, design and many suppliers are directed through the end customer
  • Knowledge of supply chain management, procurement, materials management, manufacturing processes, business fundamentals/finance
  • Proven record of success in cost negotiation and contract implementation
  • Advanced project/program management skills and abilities is essential including NPI program management and transition to production
  • Ability to create project plans, drive initiatives with cross-functional teams and track performance to goals, identify gaps and recovery plans to address shortfalls
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Ability to learn new technologies and manufacturing processes (aptitude/proficiency)
  • Ability to build and lead cross-functional teams
  • Strong matrix management abilities
  • Relationship building abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills, strong negotiation skills.
Educational/Certification Requirement:
  • BS/BSE level degree in business, engineering, materials science, logistics or related technical discipline required.
Experience Requirement:

Work Experience: 5-7 years directly related experience
  • Previous work experience in category management for OEM supply base, supplier contracting, project management, materials management, logistics, manufacturing, quality, account management
  • Previous experience in contract manufacturing environment a plus
  • Certification by NAPM (National Association of Purchasing Management) and/or APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) a plus


Travel Requirement %: 30% or more possible

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