Senior Manager, Procurement

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

**Job Description**:
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Plan and implement activities related to the procurement for global factories and contract manufactures
- Develop policies, procedures and strategy (safety stock) for the operation of procurement activities
- Manage supplier to Supply Program (JIT/VMI), lead time (Short lead time), capacity booking, delivery and quality exceptions and escalates when appropriate
- Closely follow up suppliers for different material issues including but not limit to forecast upsides/delivery schedule in or out//Shipment hold/Cancelling/Quality issue/RMA/Logistics/GR/payment
- Work with internal and external teams to clean dead stock and deal with slow moving and expiring/expired inventory timely
- Work with internal teams to continue drive for system improvement including but not limit to SNC/ERP/MRP/Supplier Portal/Data base etc. business processes
- Conduct regular review to assure ramp readiness for new program
- Participate with GCM teams in 2nd source development, corporate commodity strategic plan and risk mitigation plan
- Evaluate, report and manage supplier performance and improvement based on scorecard matrix from supply point of view (Capacity/LT/OTD/OTC/Rescheduling)
- Develop and evaluate individuals to ensure the efficient operation of the function

**Qualifications**:
**REQUIRED**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- More than 5 years of working experience as MRP/Buyer in the manufacturing industry, related industry like EMS-Electronics Manufacturing Service or Electronics
- At least 2 years of people management experience

**PREFERRED**:

- Experience in using ERP systems like SAP and purchasing related reports
- Expertise in supplier capacity, lead time, and OTD-On Time Delivery management

**SKILLS**:

- Excellent English both oral and written
- Good command of MS Office software, including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, etc.
- Good communication and negotiation skills with suppliers or other related departments
- Proactive, self-motivated, and with initiative, courage, and integrity
- Strong analysis and summary ability, able to work under pressure
- Strong management skills including effective time management, problem-solving, decision making, presentation, relationship management, organization, delegation
- Demonstrate ability to drive and deliver strategic business plans and initiatives in a fast-moving, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams
- Teamwork and Excellent leadership

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.