Supply Chain Business Manager 4

Lam Research•Tualatin, OR

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business. We have an exciting opportunity in the Cables commodity to be able to support Lam’s growth. This position is part of the Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) organization. In this position, you, as a Supplier Business Manager, play a vital role in managing critical Cables suppliers in North Amercia to ensure timely deliveries of parts to Lam Factories and Remote Factories. You are the key interface to the supplier’s operations and own their performance to Lam, ensuring the suppliers meet targets for key perofrmance indicators. The candidate will represent the Supply Chain on cross-functional teams with Product Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supplier Quality Engineers. Candidate should be a result-driven, self-starter possessing strong interpersonal skills with a strong focus on supporting customers. This individual should also possess the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, to adapt to changing priorities and work independently in a close-knit team setting. The candidate will define & monitor metrics in line with AOP (annual operating plan) objectives relative to supplier performance against these expectations to ensure continuous improvement; then drive team to address and close gaps to meet objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, or applied sciences with 8 years of experience; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a Ph.D with 3 years.
At least 5 years of working in the Semiconductor Equipment Industry Experience, working with global suppliers.
Familiarity with semiconductors, electrical equipment, or high-technology supply chain management practices, standards, and organizations.
Strong business acumen, verbal and written communication skills, and ability to communicate effectively with various levels and roles throughout the organization.
Proven experience of strong analytical and problem-solving skills with history of successful resolution.

Responsibilities

Define metrics and monitor supplier performance against established scorecards and expectations to ensure continuous supplier improvement and sustainability.
Regularly evaluate performance benchmarks, and the risks associated with the preferred supply base selection.
Continuously work on process improvement to deploy & develop best known methods related to procurement, inventory control (e.g., JIT, Kanban, min/max, consignment) & manufacturing strategies, at times in partnership with Strategic Commodity Managers.
Motivate and drive the improvement of the suppliers’ manufacturing processes to ensure product quality, cost, and on-time-delivery.
Have knowledge of supply chain management business processes and proper governance controls for factory management.
Establish goals with supplier to ensure material delivery meets forecasted demand.
Represent supplier business management on a cross-functional commodity teams that focuses on supply challenges, and to ensure internal/external customer needs are satisfied.
Maintain current knowledge on relevant trends by personal contact, industry reports, trade journals, etc.
Work with engineering and the supplier to resolve complex problems to ensure on time delivery of critical material to support customer and company requirements.
Develop presentations, white papers, and process flow charts to support continuous process improvement projects.
Work with suppliers to monitor product costs preventing negative PPV and supporting cost reduction efforts.