Manager, Purchasing

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today UCT is looking for a talented Manager, Purchasing to join us in Philippines The Manager, Purchasing leads all procurement activities, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials to support production and business objectives. This role develops purchasing policies, manages supplier relationships, and oversees inventory planning. Collaborating cross-functionally, the manager ensures material availability, quality compliance, and smooth transitions for new products, while building and guiding a high-performing purchasing team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manages all purchasing functions related to negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers. Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures and purchasing systems. Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials and supplies. Ensures materials are ordered and in stock to meet build requirements, while maintaining acceptable inventory levels. Develop material schedules and plan requirements for purchasing materials, using MRP and other planning systems. Work closely with customers and other UCT sites to transition materials for new products. Work closely with internal groups, including engineering, quality, and sales to ensure functional specifications are met, parts are available as needed, and product quality is maintained. Selects, develops and evaluates staff members to ensure the efficient operation of purchasing-related functions. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong management, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to recognize problems, analyze, and recommend solutions Strong communication, relationship building, and interpersonal skills Oversees the direction, coordination, and evaluation of the buyer group. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems Working knowledge of a quick-turn, engineer-to-order environment Ability to positively impact the Supply Chain with proven track record (e.g., improve On-Time Delivery, work Lead-Time reductions, drive Cost Negotiations, support Planning Group in efforts to maintain Production Schedule, and work with Company Quality Dept. and Suppliers to Improve On-Quality Deliveries) Strong negotiation and presentation skills Excellent knowledge of MRP/ERP applications and MS Office Suite Proven strong team building and employee development experience Educational/Certification Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field APICS/CPIM certification preferred Work Experience: 5+ years relevant experience, with significant materials-related technical experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience in semi-con industry preferred Management Experience (for people manager job only): #J-18808-Ljbffr