Advantest · 2 days ago
Director of Strategic Sourcing
Lake Forest, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveAdvantest is a global leader in manufacturing advanced automatic test and measurement equipment for semiconductor design and production. They are seeking a Director of Strategic Sourcing to lead procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and optimize procurement processes to support business objectives.
ManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProduct DesignSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Lead procurement strategies, supplier negotiations, and supplier evaluation processes to ensure operational excellence
Manage supplier relationships
Develop supplier performance standards
Oversee supply chain management
Optimize procurement processes to support business objectives
Qualification
Required
Proven expertise in Contract Negotiation and Procurement processes to achieve cost-efficiency and value creation
Experience in Supplier Evaluation and Supplier Development with a focus on building strong, strategic partnerships
Comprehensive understanding of Supply Chain Management to enhance operational efficiency and logistics
Strong analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills to handle high-level strategic sourcing responsibilities
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree is a plus
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to operate within a global team structure
Preferred
Familiarity with the semiconductor or technology manufacturing industry is highly desirable
Company
Advantest
Advantest manufactures and sells semiconductor and component test system products and mechatronics-related products.
Founded in 1954
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2001-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Atsushi Fujita
Chief Financial Officer
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