Strat. Supplier Manager - Contract Manufacturer HLA (m/f/d)

Advantest - We enable
tomorrowʻs technology.
IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.
Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as
Strat. Supplier Manager - Contract Manufacturer HLA (m/f/d)
Your Responsibilities
As a Strategic Supplier Manager - Contract Manufacturer Higher Level Assemblies you will take end-to-end ownership of strategic supplier relationships and actively shape how suppliers contribute to business success. In this role, you drive value through strong governance, commercial leadership and close collaboration across functions while empowering your team to continuously improve and innovate.

Strategic Supplier Management: govern relationships with suppliers along the full supplier lifecycle, define supplier strategies aligned with business, commodity and supply network objectives
Commercial & Contract Management: lead long-term contract and agreement negotiations, drive value creation through cost optimization, innovation and collaboration
Supplier Performance Management: establish and steer performance management., evaluate and mitigate supplier-related risks, lead corrective actions
Cross-functional Collaboration: co-operate with Commodity Management, Quality and Product Management, align stakeholder on supplier strategy
Continuous Improvement: drive CI initiatives with suppliers, define opportunities for innovation, multiple sourcing, supply base optimization, support supply chain resilience
Set clear objectives, priorities and accountability within the team
Foster collaboration, engagement and continuous improvement

Your Qualifications
Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in supplier management, sourcing or procurement with strategic scope
Experience in contract negotiation and supplier governance
Experience working with globally matrix-organized teams and across business units

Our offer
Flexibility
Benefits
Development
Fitness
Security
Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence
Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)
Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions
Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days
Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations

Take your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application tool.
If you have any questions, Ann-Kathrin Rupp will be happy to answer them at
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