Director of Supply Chain

**About Our Client**

Our client is a manufacturer of semiconductor equipment, offering a range of products and services. The company specializes in providing semiconductor test and inspection handlers, micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) test modules, semiconductor automated test equipment, test subcontractors, and thermal subsystems. Their product line extends to encompass test handling systems, PCB test systems, inspection and metrology tools, data analytics solutions, interface products, as well as spare parts and kits tailored for the semiconductor industry. The company has established a significant business presence in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.

**Position Summary**:
**Management**
- Plan, execute and monitor milestones according to department goals (KPI).
- Identify training needs and organize the relevant training for the supply chain team.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with operations, engineering, quality and the business unit to meet operations plans, schedules, budgets and KPIs.
- Continuously improve department processes.
- To develop strategic talent within the team to enhance the overall department's skill matrix.

**Sourcing**
- Implement sourcing strategies to achieve targets on quality, cost savings and material lead time.
- Drive cost savings program and develop the supplier base to support required outsourcing capacities.
- Supplier management including selection and qualification of new suppliers, regular business reviews and development to ensure timely order fulfillment with the best quality, cost, delivery and service performance.
- Manage the RFx process to award business to Cohu’s supplier in accordance with our supplier strategy.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and protect Cohu’s interests with contracts and agreements (MPA, NDA, Supplier Code of Conduct and other applicable policies).
- Plan and execute product phase in/out with other stakeholders.
- Manage the supplier-balanced scorecard process across the top 80% of spend as well as strategic suppliers.

**Material Management**
- Continuous improvement of the purchasing process.
- Develop and maintain plan for every part for defined configurations.
- Drive liability exposure and inventory levels down while ensuring material lead time and supply continuity per Cohu’s cycle time targets.
- Monitor the MRP process effectiveness.
- Ensure a clear understanding of the material status per project and drive to solutions for all identified gaps.
- Understand and communicate current and projected supplier capacity.
- Review and optimize safety stock, min/max and related stock program levels.

**3. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education**:
Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical position preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

**Experience**:
Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the supply chain, 5 years of leadership experience in a capital equipment company desired.

**Skills/Technical Requirements**:

- Knowledge of the supply chain function to support Asia-based manufacturing.
- Knowledge of electromechanical products and fabricated parts.
- Expertise in strategic global sourcing, preferably with outsourcing manufacturing to lower-cost countries.
- Strong project management, organizational, analytical, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Emotional intelligence and sensitivity to the multicultural demands of a global organization.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (“ERP systems”) is required; ideally with Oracle.

**Salary**: MYR18,000 - MYR25,000 per month

EA Personnel No R21101246

Company EA Registration No 21C0691

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: RM18,000.00 - RM25,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Opportunities for promotion

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- 13th month salary
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

Application Question(s):

- Are you in need of sponsorship for future employment in Malaysia?

**Experience**:

- Supply chain: 10 years (preferred)