Procurement Manager

About the job

It is an exciting time to join Nordic Semiconductor as we continue to build upon our successful history of wireless innovation. The procurement manager is responsible for our OSATs and test suppliers. The role will manage the procurement process, effectively interfacing with internal functional teams and externally with supply partners. It will ensure the security of supply and competitive costs, meeting the company's strategic and operational objectives and requirements. It will also build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• RFQ Process Management
  • Ownership of all aspects of the quotation process for assigned suppliers, ensuring accurate, cost-effective and timely quotes
  • Collaborate with other team members to implement, maintain and continually improve

• Cost Management
  • Identify/negotiate the potential cost down and improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate with other team members to develop and maintain methods and tools related to the calculation and representation of manufacturing costs

• Contract negotiations and compliance

• Assist with the definition and documentation of procurement processes

• Participate in supplier strategy definition and strategic forecasting

• Support other functional groups with any supplier issues or concerns

• Assist in gathering market intelligence capabilities on key markets, suppliers, processes, technologies, and solutions to support tactical decision-making as well as strategic development processes

• Specific procurement tasks as dictated by business needs

Qualification and skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

• Several years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supplier management or other related fields

• Understanding of the market dynamics and commercial awareness relating to the semiconductor industry

• Technical understanding of semiconductor products and services

• The ability to navigate in a global matrix organization

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English

Personal Skills

We are looking for self-starter, with the ability to work independently and proactively identify areas of improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to effectively work cross functionally, strong decision-making skills and attention to detail. In addition you are well versed in negotiations and have the abilities for both analytical thinking and strategic vision.

Working for Nordic

Working at Nordic, you will be inspired and supported to develop yourself. Our teams enjoy a professional and informal working environment. We value and encourage the continuous development of skills and expertise to the highest levels. We are proud of our Norwegian heritage, our highly skilled international workforce, and our world-leading innovation.

We offer a variety of tasks and projects, and the possibility to work alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts within their field. We encourage our employees to question the established and innovate while expecting professionalism, commitment, and the will to learn.   

Benefits

• Competitive salary with short- and long-term incentive plan
• Flexible working hours
• Medical insurance
• Family-friendly policies, insurances, and benefits

Practical details

• Location: Zhubei, Taiwan
  

For more information, please contact Senior Procurement Director, John Gudaitis at john.gudaitis@nordicsemi.no

Please note that this position might be subject to a background check.