Material Planning & Purchasing, Senior Engineer

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS) in Singapore is seeking an experienced Materials Planner to oversee planning, forecasting, inventory control, and procurement support for Fab operations. This role requires managing substrates, indirect materials, chemicals, photoresists, targets, and Fab consumables while driving cross-functional collaboration.

You will optimize inventory systems, monitor levels to minimize waste, and contribute to supplier performance assessments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years in the semiconductor industry.
• Experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Oracle, SAP; Power BI; Python.
• EHSS compliance responsibilities for a safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Plan, forecast, and control raw material inventory for Fab operations.
• Manage materials planning for substrates, indirect materials, chemicals, and consumables.
• Support procurement to source timely, cost-effective materials.
• Maintain and optimize Auto MRP and other inventory systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve non-conforming material issues promptly.
• Monitor inventory to minimize waste and ensure material availability.
• Provide market intelligence on products, suppliers, and industry trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Power BI

Python

Job description

Job Description

• Responsible for the planning, forecasting, inventory control, and procurement support of all raw materials required for Fab operations.


• Manage the planning, forecasting, and inventory control of semiconductor manufacturing materials, including substrates, indirect materials (bulk and specialty gases), chemicals, photoresists, targets, and Fab consumables.


• Support procurement activities to ensure timely and cost-effective material sourcing.


• Maintain and optimize the inventory management system through Auto MRP.


• Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve non-conforming material issues promptly and effectively.


• Monitor inventory levels closely to minimize waste while ensuring uninterrupted material availability.


• Analyze and provide market intelligence on products, suppliers, and industry trends related to raw materials.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new material qualification and introduction activities.


• Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers to strengthen supply chain resilience.


• Participate in supplier performance assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Support Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) activities.


• Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements related to raw material planning and procurement processes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent qualification.


• Minimum 3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry is preferred.


• Experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations will be an added advantage.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Oracle, SAP, Power BI, and Python is advantageous.


• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.


• Responsible for complying with and implementing Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) policies, procedures, and guidelines applicable to the role, contributing to a safe and healthy workplace.