The Supply Chain & Procurement Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement operations, and a growing team of procurement professionals. This role builds on the expertise of a Senior Buyer, adding leadership oversight, process ownership, and cross-functional influence. The Manager will drive category strategy, optimize cost and supply continuity, develop supplier partnerships, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. This position plays a critical role in supporting operational readiness, long-term procurement strategy, and the successful scale-up of factory operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of buyers and procurement specialists, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development. • Allocate workload, set priorities, and ensure timely completion of procurement activities. • Build a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical sourcing within the procurement function. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management • Develop and execute global and regional sourcing strategies to support operational and financial objectives. • Lead complex negotiations to secure favorable pricing, terms, quality, and long-term supply assurance. • Establish supplier scorecards, oversee performance reviews, and implement corrective actions when needed. • Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers to support technology, cost, and capacity requirements. Procurement Operations & Process Improvement • Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and alignment with internal controls. • Lead initiatives to enhance procurement systems (SAP/MRP), workflows, automation tools, and reporting capabilities. • Develop category playbooks, standardized procedures, and procurement best practices. • Partner with Inventory, Planning, and Operations teams to optimize supply chain performance, VMI, JIT, and risk mitigation strategies. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Corporate Procurement to support new product introduction, cost modeling, budgeting, and contract review. • Support strategic projects, factory readiness efforts, and corporate alignment on global sourcing initiatives. • Participate in cross-functional business reviews and present procurement strategies, supplier KPIs, cost savings, and risk assessments. Data & Financial Analysis • Conduct market research, cost analysis, and benchmarking to identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply optimization. • Prepare and deliver reports on procurement metrics, compliance, supplier health, and category spending. • Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting related to procurement activities. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. • 7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, including senior-level buying responsibilities. • 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred (team lead, mentoring, or indirect management acceptable). • Proven success in high-level supplier negotiations and cost-saving initiatives. • Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic problem-solving skills. • Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred). • Proficiency in procurement platforms (SAP, Oracle, Coupa) and Microsoft Office Suite. • Knowledge of VMI, JIT, supply planning, and global sourcing practices. • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills. • Understanding of contract law and procurement compliance standards. • Relevant certifications (CPSM, CSCP, PMP) are a plus. • Bi-lingual language skills are a plus. Travel Requirements • 10-30% international travel required for collaboration with corporate procurement teams and key global suppliers. • Must be able to travel overseas without restrictions. • This role requires a ~3 month assignment in Amkor Technology Korea to learn and benchmark procurement strategy and operations. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or a similar high-tech industry. • Familiarity with sustainability and ESG-based procurement practices. • Advanced Excel capabilities and experience with analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). • Experience leading category strategy development for complex materials or equipment. Location: This position will be based at the Arizona Tempe and Peoria sites during the Construction phase and will transition to Peoria for management during the Factory Operation phase.