Supply Chain Analyst

Responsible for all cost-related PCBA supply chain topics. Primarily with our EMS, but also with distributors, component manufacturers and other suppliers- Daily coordination with internal and external partners for all matters related to cost, price and invoice issues- Sourcing for new suppliers to improve supply chain resilience, variability and cost- Supplier relationship management and supplier development for EMS, distributors, component manufacturers as well as other suppliers- Collaboration with development teams for second source development to improve supply chain resilience, variability and cost.- Analysis of supply chain cost to create better understanding of cost drivers- Responsible for maintaining, improving and developing new systems and processes for cost and direct purchasing.- Price negotiations with EMS, distributors, component manufacturers and other suppliers- Support of planning, NPI and other teams in other PCBA supply chain tasks.- Participation and management of supply chain projects**Requirements/**Qualifications**:- BS or MS degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain or a similar field with a minimum of 8 years of experience with PCBA supply chain and its cost structure.- Must have a good understanding of PCBA and EMS supply chains as well as the industry with the ability to identify and develop strategic needs.- Broad supplier network within the distributor and component manufacturer world.- Strong analytical capabilities with the drive to develop, analyze and understand data to initiate strategic initiatives.- Strong negotiator with experience in driving cost-down, initiating RFQ and managing a broad multi-tier supplier portfolio.- Proactive, dynamic and well organized personality with the drive to grow and improve personally as well as professionally.- Excellent communication skills, with a track record of working independently in an international environment and with cross-functional teams.