US Tool Install and Construction Category Lead

GlobalFoundries•Essex, VT

1d•$88,000 - $154,000

About The Position

The US Tool Install and Construction Category Lead supports design, construction, and tool-install activities at Fab 8 in Malta, New York, and Fab 9 in Burlington, Vermont. The role may be based at either Northeast U.S. site and works with management, trades, Finance, Legal, suppliers, and internal clients to maintain supplier relationships, support cost-effective procurement decisions, and contribute to business-plan objectives. The Category Lead coordinates assigned sourcing and project-procurement activities with guidance from experienced procurement team members and management. The role supports U.S. tool-install and construction category activities for current and planned capacity expansions. It contributes to supplier sourcing, negotiations, contract execution, project coordination, procurement analysis, approvals, and Purchase Order releases. It also helps monitor markets, identify cost-saving opportunities, maintain procurement documents and systems, and provide analyses that inform project and supplier decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least one year of experience in procurement, construction project coordination, or a related area; relevant internship or co-op experience may count.
Basic understanding of sourcing concepts, principles, and practices, and willingness to develop these skills.
Ability to organize and support multiple assignments and project deadlines.
Basic familiarity with standard procurement practices and contracts, and interest in developing negotiation skills.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional project teams and with suppliers, subcontractors, clients, and project stakeholders.
Good organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with aptitude for learning technical project requirements.
Ability to follow established procurement strategies, policies, procedures, and systems and contribute to cost-reduction initiatives.
Ability to manage priorities, communicate concerns, and seek guidance during contract discussions or tight project deadlines.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with willingness to learn and follow through on commitments.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to semiconductor construction or tool-installation and hook-up procurement through employment, internships, or project assignments.
Exposure to engineering or construction projects, including project coordination, design-build or other project-delivery processes, and supplier interactions.
Basic familiarity with design and construction terminology, industry practices, and technology.
Familiarity with AIA or ConsensusDocs standard contracts.
Experience contributing to project deliverables or process improvements.

Responsibilities

Coordinate assigned U.S. tool-install and construction category activities supporting current and planned capacity ramp expansions.
Support execution of the U.S. procurement strategy and coordinate assigned project-procurement activities supporting program planning and execution.
Serve as a day-to-day contact for assigned suppliers and support supplier development, cooperation, and partnership.
Support assigned regional negotiations and coordinate contract execution with guidance from management and Legal.
Perform benchmarking, spend analysis, and commodity analysis; help identify cost-saving opportunities and track agreed actions for internal customers.
Assist in identifying and evaluating qualified contractors and subcontractor candidates.
Coordinate assigned sourcing projects, including Requests for Proposals, bid preparation, proposal comparisons, and supplier-selection support, with guidance from experienced team members.
Use SAP/Ariba and iCertis to execute approvals and Purchase Order releases.
Use PM Web to review and approve change requests and invoice reviews.
Support supplier-sourcing strategies that promote quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness.
Partner with internal business clients and team members to define scope, schedule, and budget.
Monitor changing market conditions, including resource availability, resource cost, and pricing trends for materials, equipment, and services.
Maintain procurement documents and systems and assist with procedure updates to reflect project requirements and market developments.
Prepare proposal comparisons, procurement updates, and supporting analyses to inform decisions, track supplier commitments, and support project scope, budgets, and goals.
Uphold company policies and procedures and perform activities safely, supporting applicable Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Protect confidential company information and comply with applicable sourcing, contracting, financial-control, and records-retention requirements.