CM Strategic Sourcing Manager

Batu Kawan, Pulau Pinang
Permanent
Full-time

20 days ago
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Company DescriptionSandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Works with stakeholders to address all aspects of procurement management for Contract Manufacturer (CM), including pricing, procurement support, supplier management, supply-base strategy, market trends assessment, etc.

Understand business service needs, request for quotation, negotiate pricing, commercial and supply agreements with suppliers.
Set up “should cost” study and lead quarterly negotiation with suppliers to achieve quarterly and yearly cost reduction.
Manage overall cost with CM, roll-up BOM cost, monitor NRE and other special charges.
Negotiate legal contracts such as NDA, GPA with suppliers.
Coordinates procurement activities with manufacturing, quality, planning and engineering departments.
Establish, implement, and administer system and process to evaluate, monitor, report and manage supplier performance and improvement (incl. QBR’s).
Monitor commodity market trends, effectively reflect market dynamic in terms of supply, cost, etc.
Identify potential sources or suppliers in business manner.
Develop and execute a supply-base strategy to meet the Company’s business growth and requirements.
Identify, develop and manage relationships with existing and potential suppliers to meet the established cost, quality and delivery targets.
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Quality to identify and drive cost reduction / avoidance activities.
Collaborate with NPI, Engineering, Quality and Operations to effectively manage NPI procurement related activities.

QualificationsREQUIRED:

Bachelor degree or above
8 years+ procurement related experience

PREFERRED:

Familiar with Contract Manufacturer management
Proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment
Self-motivated and self-directed, but demonstrated ability to work well with people
A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team
Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problem
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Additional InformationSandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Sandisk has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Sandisk’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Sandisk and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to or email compliance@sandisk.com.

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