[Hiring] Supplier Manager @MKS Instruments

Role Description

As a Supplier Manager at MKS Inc., you will partner with Engineering, Procurement, Category Management, and Sourcing to develop, refine, and update the machining supply base strategy. In this role, you will report to the Sr. Manager, Global Machining Category Management.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Participating in developing and refining the MKS machining category strategy.
• Being the single point of contact for business engagements with assigned key strategic globally managed machining suppliers.
• Improving supply chain efficiency and solving dynamic problems that are important to the success of the company.
• Drawing on experience to successfully negotiate lowest total cost of ownership/best price, OTD, lead times, customer satisfaction, and agility.
• Managing master supply agreement construction from templates, conducting contract reviews, negotiating, executing, monitoring, and updating agreements.
• Managing global supplier performance using scorecards and conducting quarterly supplier performance and business reviews.
• Leading dual sourcing, resourcing, and new supplier identification/introduction to achieve MKS’s business continuity strategy.
• Communicating category strategy, risk mitigation plans, and improvement ideas to key stakeholders.
• Applying oversight and monitoring projects associated with assigned key strategic suppliers.
• Supporting sourcing activities and new supplier introduction.

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% of Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain (a master’s degree is preferred).
• 5+ years of related experience in supplier management in the area of machining or similar.

Requirements

• CPIM and/or APICS certification.
• Experience developing supplier and supply chain strategies while concurrently dealing with supplier tactical issues.
• Expertise in Oracle and/or SAP procurement and planning modules.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn details of the semiconductor equipment industry.
• Experience in managing Machine Shop contract manufacturers.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 70% of the time.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Benefits

• Salary Pay Range: $109,750.00 - 182,900.00 USD per year.
• This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS.
• MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 12 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days.
• 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.