Category Leader

The Category Leader - IDM role is an individual contributor whose focus is to support the Category Director in managing gas and chemical sourcing strategies and supplier relationships across our global operations. This role combines analytics, internal and external communication, task execution, and negotiation support to drive cost and performance improvements.

Key responsibilities will include:

Support the Category Director in implementing the 7-step strategic sourcing process for the gas and chemical categories as follows:

Identify sourcing needs:?Analyze the Tower’s global needs and past spending patterns.

Supply market analysis:?evaluating risks, opportunities, cost drivers (e.g., raw materials, transport).

Develop sourcing strategy and with data analytics and cross-functional collaboration; define RFP/RFQ processes and supplier performance metrics.

Supplier analysis:?Use market research and supplier analysis to identify suitable suppliers and make selections per the selection criteria. Using the data gathered in steps 1-4, establish aggressive opening price positions and targets that will be achieved to gauge a successful negotiation.

Negotiate with suppliers:?Help to Plan and execute the negotiation with the down selected suppliers. This includes strategy, questions, positions, and trade-offs.

Execute and integrate:?Make sure that the vendor, internal end-customers, and everyone who is affected by the process is involved in the design and execution of the solution. Smooth execution by involving stakeholders and maintaining transparent communication.

Benchmark and track results:?Focus on supplier relationship management, data analysis, and process optimization to validate cost savings and execution efficiency and effectiveness.

Coordinate global category team meetings and follow up on cross-site initiatives.

Drive cost reduction and process improvements with internal partners.

Monitor market trends and risks; suggest improvements in cost, quality, and supply reliability.

Lead key tasks such supplier scorecards, and RFQ processes.

Lead key tasks like supplier scorecards, RFQs, and agreement renewals/creations.
דרישות התפקיד
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Technical background and familiarity with Semiconductor Fabrication – Advantage

2–4 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier management– Advantage

Good verbal and written communication skills (English)

Negotiation skills

Strong Microsoft office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)

Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads

This is an on-site position – must be able to work in person at Tower’s location on a daily basis