Global Supplier Manager - Machining

Global Supplier Manager - Machining - Hybrid

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Global 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:

• Participate in developing and refining the MKS machining category strategy.

• Single point of contact for business engagements with assigned key strategic globally managed machining suppliers.

• Improve supply chain efficiency and solve dynamic problems that are important to the success of the company.

• Draw on experience to successfully negotiate lowest total cost of ownership/best price, OTD, lead times, customer satisfaction, and agility.

• Manage master supply agreement construction from templates, conduct contract reviews, negotiate, execute, monitor and update agreements.

• Manage global supplier performance using scorecards, conduct quarterly supplier performance and business reviews.

• Lead dual sourcing, resourcing and new supplier identification/introduction to achieve MKS's business continuity strategy.

• Communicate category strategy, risk mitigation plans and improvement ideas to key stakeholders.

• Apply oversight and monitor projects associated with assigned key strategic suppliers.

• Support sourcing activities and new supplier introduction.

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

Skills You Bring:

• 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

Preferred Skills:

• 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:

• 1-2 days onsite (Andover Shattuck location) with regular travel to local suppliers.

• 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)

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $ 100,414.00 - 186,482.00 qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.?

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: 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, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected] .

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