Lead Supply Chain at Coherent Corp. Vietnam

Tha Khlong Town Municipality, , Thailand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supplier Selection, Negotiation, Contracting, Vendor Onboarding, Compliance Programs, Sourcing Activities, Value Engineering, Time Management, Market Trend Analysis, Analytical Skills, Ms Office Suite, Ms Excel, Erp System, Project Management, Communication, Problem-Solving

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities * Research and develop supplier specific strategies in accordance with organization’s vision and goals. * Partner with stakeholders, department managers and senior management to understand business needs. * Manage supplier selection, using best practices throughout the negotiation, contracting, and onboarding process. * Establish requirements, scope, and criteria for new suppliers. * Develop a process to ensure that new vendor onboarding includes first article inspections. * Collaborate with purchasing to develop vendor compliance programs. * Manage sourcing activities including gathering quotations, analyzing bids, negotiating supply programs, and recommending supplier allocations for the procurement of materials, supplies, tools, and services * Drive success in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with suppliers, internal customers, peers, and senior management. * Serve as a key member of the core team determining “make-or-buy” decisions. * Work directly with engineering leaders to execute value engineering projects Education & Experience * Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Engineering-technical background a plus. * 8-10 years procurement and materials management experience in a manufacturing environment * Effective organization, planning, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize work while meeting strict deadlines. * Interpret market trends and industry evolution and determine how to effectively meet or mitigate those challenges Skills * Strong analytical skills and Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (full proficiency in MS Excel) * Experience utilizing an ERP system * Strong Project Management skills * Have the ability to analyze a vendor’s ability to manufacture components. * Effective negotiation, communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and planning skills * Good mathematical aptitude and sound quantitative skills * Ability to effectively handle multiple projects on a timely basis; and perform under pressure. * Ability to maintain confidential information, problem-solve, and exercise sound judgment and discretion Culture Commitment Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. II-VI Thailand (Subsidiary of Coherent Corp) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us! Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

Responsibilities

This role involves researching and developing supplier strategies, managing the entire supplier selection and contracting process, and collaborating with internal teams to define business needs and execute value engineering projects. The lead will also manage sourcing activities, including bid analysis and negotiation, while serving as a key decision-maker for 'make-or-buy' determinations.