Global Machining Sourcing Leader

MKS Instruments; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments invites a Global Supplier Manager to collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Category Management and Sourcing to refine the machining supply base strategy. This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Global Machining Category Management.

You will drive category strategy, negotiate TCO and lead supplier performance reviews, with travel up to 25% as needed. A mechanical/engineering or supply chain background is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain (a master's degree is preferred)
• 5+ years of related experience in supplier management in the area of machining or similar
• CPIM and/or APICS certification
• Experience developing supplier and supply chain strategies while concurrently dealing with supplier tactical issues
• Expertise in Oracle and/or SAP procurement and planning modules
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn details of the semiconductor equipment industry
• Experience in managing Machine Shop contract manufacturers

Responsibilities

• Single point of contact for business engagements with assigned key strategic globally managed machining suppliers.
• Improve supply chain efficiency and solve dynamic problems that are important to the success of the company.
• Draw on experience to successfully negotiate lowest total cost of ownership/best price, OTD, lead times, customer satisfaction, and agility.
• Manage master supply agreement construction from templates, conduct contract reviews, negotiate, execute, monitor and update agreements.
• Manage global supplier performance using scorecards, conduct quarterly supplier performance and business reviews.
• Lead dual sourcing, resourcing and new supplier identification/introduction to achieve MKS's business continuity strategy.
• Communicate category strategy, risk mitigation plans and improvement ideas to key stakeholders.
• Apply oversight and monitor projects associated with assigned key strategic suppliers.
• Support sourcing activities and new supplier introduction.

Skills

Supplier management

Machining knowledge

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

MKS Instruments invites a Global Supplier Manager to collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Category Management and Sourcing to refine the machining supply base strategy. This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Global Machining Category Management.

You will drive category strategy, negotiate TCO and lead supplier performance reviews, with travel up to 25% as needed. A mechanical/engineering or supply chain background is essential for success.