Material P2P

Experience level :

4-7 years of experience in procurement and supply chain operations, with strong expertise in raw materials, tools, and equipment procurement. Candidates should have hands-on experience in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, vendor management, and ERP systems such as SAP MM and Ariba. Prior experience in the semiconductor manufacturing industry is highly preferred.

Job Responsibility :

Purchase Order (PO) Management

• Review, validate, and process purchase requisitions, ensuring accuracy of technical specifications, pricing, quantity, and delivery requirements.
• Create, release, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP/Ariba and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Manage the complete PO lifecycle, including approvals, amendments, order confirmations, goods receipt coordination, and PO closure.
• Monitor open orders and proactively follow up on delivery commitments to minimize supply disruptions.

Supplier Management

• Collaborate closely with suppliers to manage delivery schedules, resolve supply constraints, and mitigate risks impacting production.
• Lead supplier discussions related to delivery commitments, payment terms, order prioritization, and expediting requirements.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness to support the dynamic needs of a semiconductor fabrication environment.
• Partner with suppliers, Accounts Payable (AP), and Finance teams to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment holds, and goods receipt issues.
• Support supplier performance reviews by tracking key performance indicators and driving corrective actions where required.
• Administer supplier contracts and ensure compliance with contractual terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and warranty requirements.

Analytics Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and analyze procurement performance metrics, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), supplier responsiveness, and order cycle times.
• Expedite critical deliveries and identify alternative sourcing solutions to prevent production downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis on procurement and supply chain issues and implement corrective actions.
• Identify bottlenecks within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Prepare periodic procurement reports and dashboards for stakeholders and management reviews.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Equipment Engineering, Planning, Logistics, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
• Support new material introductions, engineering change requests, and critical project requirements through effective procurement planning.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing priorities with business and production objectives.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes and procurement best practices.
• Hands-on experience with SAP MM, Ariba, or other ERP procurement systems.
• Proven experience in PO management, delivery follow-up, and supplier expediting activities.
• Experience working with Accounts Payable (AP) and Finance teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment-related issues.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and supply chain requirements.
• Experience procuring semiconductor raw materials such as Tools, Equipment, Chemicals, Gases, Sputtering Targets and Quartz Components
• Understanding of MRP execution and inventory planning concepts.
• Familiarity with international procurement, import/export regulations, customs, and trade compliance.
• Experience working with equipment engineers and technical stakeholders in a manufacturing environment.