CRUX Project Manager

Nexperia; Seremban; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexperia is seeking a Cost & Value Analyst to lead factory overhead cost analysis and value optimization for semiconductor packages. You will develop cost-down proposals, quantify savings from process improvements, and collaborate with Finance, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Planning to deliver measurable cost reductions.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 3–8 years in cost engineering or manufacturing, preferably in semiconductor environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related).
• 3–8 years of experience in manufacturing, cost engineering, industrial engineering, or operations excellence (semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing preferred).
• Experience working closely with Finance / Costing teams is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Cost & Value Analysis – Perform factory overhead cost analysis (DL/IDL, utilities, maintenance, indirect materials, support functions).
• Cost Reduction & Proposal Development – Develop cost-down proposals with clear financial impact, assumptions, and risk assessment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with Finance, Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, Quality, Supply Chain, and Facilities to identify cost-reduction levers.
• Reporting & Governance – Prepare management-level reports on cost trends, savings progress, and variance analysis.

Skills

Cost analysis

DFPC / cost per unit modeling

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Cost & Value Analysis Perform factory overhead cost analysis (DL/IDL, utilities, maintenance, indirect materials, support functions). Conduct package-level cost breakdown and value analysis (DFPC (die free cost package) cost/Kpc, process cost drivers). Identify non-value-added activities and improvement opportunities using structured cost models. Support year-on-year cost reduction targets and productivity initiatives.

Cost Reduction & Proposal Development Develop cost-down proposals with clear financial impact, assumptions, and risk assessment. Quantify savings from process improvements, automation, layout optimization, and resource right-sizing. Prepare business cases for CAPEX vs OPEX trade-off analysis. Track and validate realized savings vs committed savings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Finance to align costing methodology, assumptions, and financial validation. Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, Quality, Supply Chain, and Facilities to identify cost-reduction levers. Facilitate cross-functional workshops to identify activities for cost-down and value enhancement.

Reporting & Governance Prepare management-level reports on cost trends, savings progress, and variance analysis. Support budget planning, forecast reviews, and strategic cost discussions. Ensure cost initiatives are aligned with business priorities and compliance requirements.

Key Skills & Competencies

Technical & Analytical Understanding of manufacturing processes especially SOT,SOD,QFN,NQFN packages knowledge of manufacturing cost structures (overhead, variable, fixed costs). Experience in package cost analysis / DFPC / cost per unit modeling. Solid analytical skills using Excel, cost models, and data analysis tools.

Business & Collaboration Ability to translate technical improvements into financial impact. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional communication skills. Structured problem-solving and fact-based decision making. Comfortable working with Finance, Operations, and Engineering leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related). 3–8 years of experience in manufacturing, cost engineering, industrial engineering, or operations excellence (semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing preferred). Experience working closely with Finance / Costing teams is highly desirable.

Professional certifications (preferred but not mandatory) - Finance for Non-Finance certification Experience either in process and Manufacturing semiconductor.

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested. In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women’s groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.

Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 12,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment.

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