Advantest - We enable
tomorrowʻs technology.

IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.

Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as

Senior Strategic Supplier Manager CMs (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities
Strategic supplier development: Establishing and maintaining long-term partnerships with contract manufacturers
Supplier strategy & portfolio management: Defining product group strategies, selecting new partners, and optimizing existing relationships
Integration of new products: Ensuring the smooth integration of new products into the supply chain
Performance management: Developing and implementing KPIs, scorecards, and continuous improvement programs
Contract & risk management: Negotiating framework agreements, ensuring compliance, and minimizing risk
Cross-functional collaboration: Close coordination with R&D, production, quality, and supply chain teams.


Your Qualifications
Master / Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineer or supply chain management
Strong Supply chain and supplier management skills, preferred in electronic and mechanical assemblies
Several years of experience in strategic supplier management, ideally with contract manufacturers
High level of negotiations skills, able to drive to win-win solutions
Deep understanding of global supply chains, procurement and commodity strategies, and regulatory requirements
Analytical thinking, pragmatism, and the ability to clearly structure complex relationships
Superior communication skills (cross-functional, supply chain, cross-cultural) across hierarchy levels, fluent English & German language skills (verbal & written)
Strong self-management, sets proper priorities, able to coordinate and influence x-functional teams
Proactive working style and ability to work on multiple tasks in cross functional teams



Our offer
Flexibility
Benefits
Development
Fitness
Security
Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence
Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)
Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions
Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days
Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations



Take your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application tool.
If you have any questions, Alena Nicolai will be happy to answer them at
+49 (0) 7031.204.8380

For further information visit: www.advantest-career.de


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