Test Operations Strategy Manager

NXP Semiconductors; Nijmegen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company located in Nijmegen seeks a Test Strategic Capacity Planning Manager to own long-term sourcing strategies for test capacity. The role requires an individual with strong strategic thinking and technical expertise in test capabilities to navigate complex supply chain challenges and align with business objectives. Candidates must havea Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering and significant experience in semiconductor manufacturing. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of experience with a Master's degree.
• 5+ years in semiconductor manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage long-term strategic sourcing of critical test capacity.
• Prepare and align annual Long-Term Plan and Strategic Plan.
• Collaborate on projects to fulfill long-term sourcing strategies.

Skills

Influencing senior leadership

Communication and presentation skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering

Job description

The Test Strategic Capacity Planning Manager owns and manages the long-term strategic sourcing of critical test capacity supply chain. This role requires an experienced strategic thinker with technical expertise in Test, and who can navigate the complex global test supply chain challenges, influence senior corporate leadership, and develop as well as drive test capacity strategies that align with NXP’s operations roadmap and business objectives.

Strategic Sourcing for Wafer Test and Final Test

• Partner with internal company stakeholders from Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Business Operations to define long-range Test sourcing strategies, with consideration of long-term demand, capability, affordability, space, and product roadmaps.
• Review long term Wafer Test and Final Test strategic roadmaps and identify risks and opportunities and prioritize resolution actions with internal partners to mitigate risks or capitalize opportunities.
• Review NXP’s long term Test technical roadmaps and requirements and ensure alignment with Operations long term Test sourcing strategies. Summarize and ensure that all key stakeholders in the company are aware of the impact of product design decisions to sourcing, manufacturing, and capacity availability risks.

Long Term Forecast and Supply Planning

• Prepare the annual NXP corporate Long-Term Plan (LTP) and Strategic Plan Alignment (SPA) Wafer Test and Final Test documentation to share with NXP Corporate Management Team for alignment to a shared corporate Wafer Test and Final Test Sourcing Strategy.
• Manage and monitor execution and sourcing of products and sourcing including capacity expansions to ensure alignment to the Long-Term Plan.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams on approved strategic projects to fulfill NXP’s long term sourcing strategies.
• Ability to identify forecast uncertainties and manage the uncertainties appropriately to achieve a robust long-term plan.

Skills

• Ability to influence senior leadership and cross functional teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to translate complex data and technical information to all levels.
• Strong project management skills with experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Good analytical skills and experience with complex data analysis to identify trends and conclusions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and risk assessment skills based on uncertain data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials), Supply Chain Management, or related field with at least 6 years of experience.
• Master’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials), Supply Chain Management, or related field with at least 4 years of experience.
• More than 5 years of experience with semiconductor manufacturing processes, especially Wafer Test or Final Test.
• More than 3 years of experience with supply chain planning and strategies.

NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.