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Sr Staff Procurement/Purchasing Specialist - Experienced for Substrate or Passive Component Is Required

Renesas Electronics · Zhubei, Hsinchu County · On-site

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About Renesas Electronics

Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial,...

About the role

This role is responsible for leading MLCC/ inductor/ Embedded substrate strategic sourcing and commercial management, driving cost optimization, ensuring supply continuity, and owning end-to-end supplier strategy. The role requires strong leadership, program management, and cross-functional influence to align business, engineering, and supply chain objectives while driving long-term value creation. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 10+ years of purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in the semiconductor or electronics industry
  • Fluent in English is required, Japanese language proficiency is a plus
  • Hands-on experience or strong familiarity with passive components (MLCC/ inductors/ Embedded substrate) is a strong advantage
  • Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, proficient in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations
  • Strong stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
  • Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or program management is highly preferred
More about this role

This role is responsible for leading MLCC/ inductor/ Embedded substrate strategic sourcing and commercial management, driving cost optimization, ensuring supply continuity, and owning end-to-end supplier strategy. The role requires strong leadership, program management, and cross-functional influence to align business, engineering, and supply chain objectives while driving long-term value creation.

  • Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, LTAs, capacity agreements, price adjustments, and payment terms for MLCC/inductors/ Embedded substrates.
  • Own supplier strategy for MLCC/ inductor/ Embedded substrate commodities, acting as a key decision driver in supplier selection and allocation.
  • Drive cost optimization initiatives using structured methodologies such as cost breakdown analysis, should-cost modeling, and localization strategies.
  • Lead cross-functional engagement with Engineering and Product Groups to ensure component readiness and alignment across NPI, ramp-up, and lifecycle management.
  • Ensure supply continuity and resilience by proactively managing capacity planning, allocation strategies, and long-term supply assurance with key component suppliers.
  • Identify,...

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