Category Leader

Category Leader
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Location: Migdal Haemek, ISR, 2310502

Company: Tower Semiconductor Ltd.

About Tower Semiconductor

Looking for a career path in the high-tech industry? Become part of a team focused on delivering the most exciting semiconductor technology in the world! If you enjoy working with others in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in the high-tech industry, then Tower Semiconductor is the place to be!

Tower Semiconductor is the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions! We provide technology, development, and process platforms for more than 300 customers worldwide in growing markets such as consumer, industrial, automotive, mobile, infrastructure, medical and aerospace and defense, among others.

Job Description

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.
This Job Is For You If
Would like to take part in a critical path and influence corporate business performance
Want to work with multidisciplinary teams and interfaces challenging you
Job Requirements
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
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Israel Perks

Perks And Benefits

Educational resources

Industry leading healthcare on day one.

Savings and Investments

Opportunities to network and connect

Community outreach programs

Employee recognition programs

On-site Dining room, Cafeteria and Gym

Employee transportation