Commodity Manager (Teradyne, Penang)

Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

• To manage assigned commodities and lead cross functional teams to solve supplied material issues (commercial, technical, quality etc).
• Assure Continuity of Supply so that Teradyne can maintain On Time Customer Delivery in Very Cyclical Environment with Long Product Life Cycles.
• Drive Strategic Direction for the Commodity including who we work with (the supplier's), where they are located, the type of value they provide, and the continuous improvement of their performance.
• Lead an extended commodity team - which includes quality engineering, product engineering, marketing, factory support, NPI, and other interested parties.
• Continuously improve R3CQ - Responsiveness, Reliability, Resiliency of the Products and Services, Cost Down, and Quality.
• Utilize the various tools at the disposal of the commodity manager to foster these improvements:

• Commodity Plans
• Capacity Analysis/Planning
• Scorecards
• Penetration into expanding supply markets in SEA – Vietnam, Thailand, India and Indonesia
• SBR (Supplier Business Reviews)
• Support Cost Reviews (assure factory/subcontract costs are correct)

All About You
We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in business and/or Engineering
• Understands complex supply relations
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management (internal and external)
• Project Management Skills
• Negotiation Skills and Hands on Experience
• Ability to Interpret Mechanical drawings and component specifications
• Experience working with stakeholders from multiple geographic locations, USA, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Europe
• Understands 3 level supply chain - OEM (your role) - Contract Manufacturer (executes transactions) - Supplier (you manage)
• Ability and Desire to work in a fast paced, "blurred" environment between multiple time zones and odd hours as required
• Strong technical (mechanical preferred) skills and leadership is a great plus
• Good Problem-Solving skill is a Must
• Ability to influence without authority/position power
• Ability to assemble and lead cross functional teams to solve complex commercial/technical/quality issues
• Willingness and Desire to Travel as necessary

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including outpatient medical, flexible benefits (Optical, dental, health screening, fitness and wellness), insurance, annual leave, ESPP and more.

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