Category Leader Director

• This is an individual contributor role reporting directly to the VP of Global Supply Chain
• Responsible for the 7-step strategic sourcing process of the assigned category of materials, parts or services as follows:
1. Identify sourcing needs: Analyze the Tower’s global needs and past spending patterns.  This includes Tower wholly owned entities and joint ventures as appropriate.
2. Supply market analysis: Analyze the supplier market and potential suppliers to identify risks and opportunities, in addition to considering costs drivers like raw materials and transportation.
3. Develop sourcing strategy and evaluate supplier suitability: In collaboration with internal partners, use market research insights and data analytics to create a strategy that outlines supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management. Define the RFP/RFQ process to be used as appropriate along with objectives and performance metrics.
4. Supplier analysis: Use the market research and supplier analysis to identify suitable suppliers and establish selection criteria.  Using the data gathered in steps 1-4, establish aggressive opening pr

דרישות:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher is a required
• Supply chain and category management understanding and experience – Required
• Technical background and familiarity with Semiconductor Fabrication – Required
• Experience with chemicals and/or bulk and cylinder gases – Required
• Process Engineering or similar fab experience - Advantage
• Good verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Speaks Hebrew or Japanese – Advantage
• Solid understanding of corporate financial analysis
• Negotiation skills
• Strong Microsoft office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads
• Strong sense of urgency in resolving issues
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• This is an on-site position – must be able to work in person at one of Tower’s locations on a daily basis
ניסיון: 3-4 שנים