Senior Procurement Specialist

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Ltd; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Ltd in Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our Purchasing Team. You will manage end-to-end repair procurement for spare parts, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and track turnaround times to maximize equipment uptime.

The role is fully onsite, Monday–Friday day shift, and requires 3–5 years in procurement within semiconductor or manufacturing, with ERP experience (Oracle/SAP) and strong vendor management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in relevant field.
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or spare parts management, preferably in semiconductor/manufacturing.
• Experience with repair/return (RMA), MRO procurement or equipment spare parts is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and procurement workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage repair procurement cycle including PR/PO creation, vendor selection, and order tracking for spare parts repair.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Warehouse to prioritize repair needs based on equipment criticality.
• Interface with repair vendors to obtain quotations, negotiate cost and lead times, and ensure timely turnaround.
• Track repair status and maintain visibility of turnaround time (TAT) to minimize downtime.
• Expedite urgent repair orders and escalate supply or service issues as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with procurement policies and approval workflows.
• Maintain records of repair history, cost, and vendor performance for cost optimization.
• Support inventory control by aligning repair cycles with spare parts availability and safety stock.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Procurement experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist! This person will join our Purchasing Team and would be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities related to spare parts repair, including vendor coordination, repair order processing, and turnaround tracking. This role ensures timely repair and availability of critical spare parts to support equipment uptime and continuous wafer production. The position would be day shift, Monday-Friday and is a fully-onsite position.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties:

• Manage repair procurement cycle, including PR/PO creation, vendor selection, and order tracking for spare parts repair
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Maintenance, Warehouse) to prioritize repair needs based on equipment criticality
• Interface with repair vendors to obtain quotations, negotiate cost and lead time, and ensure timely turnaround
• Track repair status and maintain visibility of turnaround time (TAT) to minimize equipment downtime risk
• Expedite urgent repair orders and elevate supply or service issues as needed
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with procurement policies and approval workflows
• Maintain records of repair history, cost, and vendor performance for continuous improvement and cost optimization
• Support inventory control by aligning repair cycles with spare parts availability and safety stock strategy

Other (Secondary) Job Duties:

• Support sourcing of alternative repair vendors and second-source qualification
• Assist in cost reduction initiatives and contract negotiations for repair services
• Contribute to process improvements in repair workflow and procurement efficiency
• Provide reporting on repair spend, TAT performance, and backlog status
• Support audit requirements (e.g., RBA, ISO) related to supplier management and documentation

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required

3–5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or spare parts management, preferably in semiconductor or manufacturing environment

Experience with repair/return (RMA), MRO procurement, or equipment spare parts is highly desirable

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and procurement workflows

QUALIFICATIONS/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Strong coordination and communication skills to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and suppliers

Ability to manage multiple priorities and urgent requests in a fast-paced environment

Analytical mindset with attention to detail in tracking cost, lead time, and supplier performance

Knowledge of inventory management concepts (e.g., safety stock, TAT, critical spares) is a plus

*Pay range listed in this job posting is an estimate only, and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of pay for any specific employee future or past. Offers made are always dependent upon actual experience, education and other factors. Depending upon experience, candidates may receive an offer for a position level lower or higher than that listed, i.e. application to a Staff level position does not guarantee an offer of Staff title.

COMPANY INFORMATION: Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (AOS) is committed to excellence in design, manufacturing, and responsiveness to our customers through the continued development of new technologies, products and innovative solutions. We bring to the market devices designed to benefit our customers by meeting their product specific needs. Our mission is to bring value to our customers, shareholders and employees.

AOS differentiates itself by integrating its Discrete and IC semiconductor process technology, product design, and advanced packaging know-how to develop high performance power management solutions. AOS's portfolio of products targets high-volume applications, including but not limited to portable computers, flat panel TVs, LED lighting, smart phones, battery packs, consumer and industrial motor controls and power supplies for TVs, computers, servers and telecommunications equipment.

Jireh Semiconductor, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Ltd., is the in-house wafer fab for AOS and is located in Hillsboro, Oregon.

EEO Statement:

Jireh Semiconductor prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.