SSMC (Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Company Pte. Ltd.), is a Joint Venture between NXP and TSMC. We offer flexible and cost effective semiconductor fabrication solutions by maintaining fully equipped SMIF cleanroom environment, 100% equipment automation and proven wafer-manufacturing processes.

We're looking for innovative, passionate, and talented people like you to join our team.

We're searching for a Specialist/Senior Specialist to be part of our Supply Chain diverse team of talent. You will be responsible for supervising and coordinating production activities to meet daily and monthly manufacturing goals.

What you will be working on:

To manage, negotiate and measure performance of indirect material suppliers
To manage given commodities to achieve annual cost reduction goals and Department KPIs
To manage and drive new project initiatives and new qualifications
To co-work and collaborate with Parent companies on common interest
To co-work with modules on projects to meet company goals
To develop and maintain a robust Business Continuity Plan with all material suppliers
Responsible for indirect material purchases in areas of Chemical, Gas, Resist, Slurry, CMP Pad/Disk, Quartz, Targets, Facility and Laboratory chemicals
Responsible to follow and comply all procedures, both internal and external requirements
Develop purchasing strategies on each commodity to meet IDM annual cost reduction goals, supply assurance and continuity plans
Responsible to present and recommend to Management on any matters related to the commodity
Co-develop alternative suppliers or projects with modules to:-
Lower Cost of Ownership or prices
Balance demand/supply dynamic
Co-work with Quality and Module on Global sourcing:
On-site audit
Select the best supplier on lowest cost of ownership for qualification
Establish, gather and access market intelligence via reports, and commodity research
Establish cost benchmarking database on various commodities for strategic decision making
Establish business relationship with all suppliers
Establish, review suitability and develop new suppliers for new materials qualification
Vendor profiling
Global supply position
Develop strategies to overcome demand/supply shortfall
Increase inventory
Local stocking
Re-allocation
Develop global sourcing strategies and tactical execution on material evaluation
Develop and manage inventory to meet company business objectives
Weekly review on inventory level and specific material requirements with TGCM and BO
Review strategic allocation with modules to optimize cost
Review with module on projects, qualifications, and potential material expiry
Ensure on-time material supply for wafer starts
Ensure no material shortages or obsolesces on any material
Review settings and execute MRP to ensure sufficient inventory for production
Ensure zero supply chain interruptions on all materials to the fab
Responsible to lead, present projects and recommend contract renewals to Management
Review and approve of Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders
Initiate productivity projects and co-work with IT to develop and maintain e-Supplier Portal as an interface with suppliers for documentation management
Business Continuity Management (BCM)
Ensure all SOP, RA, BIA are updated annually
Lead department as BCM coordinator
Develop a system to manage supply chain information
Vendor address, material supply, contact person etc
Maintain and ensure all materials have-
i) back up source ii) alternative ) sufficient inventory to mitigate risk (stocking policy)
Co-work with company representatives to strengthen and improve company level BCM
Facility and Laboratory support on material requirement
Review market prices and allocation to various suppliers
Ensure raw material price indexing is adhered for Facility chemicals
Ensure timely contract renewal at quarterly or half yearly period
Understanding global demands on common raw materials
Source for alternative suppliers to lower cost of ownership

More About You:

Degree in Engineering / Science
Preferably 1-2 years purchasing experience
Preferably 5 years purchasing experience in a frontend semiconductor plant for Senior Position
Fab Operations experience is a bonus
Possess Integrity and takes initiative
Proficiency in MS Excel
Highly flexible and adaptive to fast past environment
Strong understanding of SAP system
Conversant in both English and Mandarin
Knowledge of Semiconductor Processes
Able to analyze financial reports
Ability to manage tight project schedules
Analytical and possess strong understanding of global market knowledge

SSMC

is firmly committed to upholding equal employment opportunities for all individuals. We strictly adhere to the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), the Singapore Food Safety and Security Act 2025 (FSSA 2025), and the Singapore Code of Advertising Practice. All qualified applicants will receive non-discriminatory consideration for employment on the basis of merit and regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability, or any other attributes as protected by the relevant laws.

Supply Chain Specialist/Senior Specialist