Back to jobsSourcing of Semiconductor Equipment:
Equipment Qualification:
Supplier Evaluation and Selection:
Cost Management and Negotiation Support:
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Risk Management:
Technology and Market Research:
Compliance and Standards:
Continuous Improvement and CoO Optimization:
Job Description
- Identify and evaluate suppliers of semiconductor manufacturing equipment
- Conduct market research to identify cutting-edge equipment technologies that could enhance manufacturing capabilities and drive cost efficiencies.
- Build and maintain a network of reliable equipment suppliers with a focus on innovation, cost reduction, and long-term partnerships.
- Lead the technical qualification and validation of new semiconductor equipment, ensuring it meets the process specifications.
- Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to conduct performance testing, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
- Work with suppliers to ensure equipment meets operational requirements and is integrated into the production line seamlessly.
- Conduct technical audits of potential equipment suppliers, evaluating their manufacturing capabilities, quality control processes, and after-sales support.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to select equipment suppliers based on technical merit, reliability, and support capabilities.
- Develop long-term supplier relationships to ensure continuous support, timely equipment upgrades, and access to new technologies.
- Support commercial sourcing team on negotiations with suppliers to secure the best warranty terms and service agreements for semiconductor equipment.
- Develop the total Cost of Ownership (CoO) models to assess the long-term financial impact of equipment purchases, considering factors such as maintenance, downtime, and operational expenses.
- Work closely with commercial sourcing, industrial engineering, module engineering, and finance teams to optimize capital expenditure (CapEx) related to equipment sourcing.
- Work closely with process engineering, industrial engineering, module engineering, manufacturing, and R&D teams to ensure equipment specifications align with production requirements.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts by sourcing and qualifying equipment necessary for new semiconductor processes.
- Identify risks related to equipment sourcing, such as supply chain disruptions, technological obsolescence, or vendor reliability issues.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and advancements in semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
- Evaluate new technologies and their potential impact on manufacturing efficiency, cost savings, and process innovation.
- Ensure that all sourced equipment complies with industry standards (e.g., SEMI, ISO, SECS GEM…) and regulatory requirements (e.g., environmental and safety).
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure that all equipment procurement contracts meet corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
- Identify opportunities for CoO reduction, process improvement, and increased equipment efficiency.