More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.At our site in Böblingen you will find both asYour ResponsibilitiesThe Commodity Manager - CM HLA (Contract Manufacturer Higher Level Assemblies) is responsible for managing the contract manufacturer's commodity “Higher Level Assemblies”. Commodity Managers also monitor market trends, assess risk factors, and identify opportunities for cost reduction or improvement in supply chain efficiency. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply of essential materials while optimizing costs and mitigating risks in alignment with business and supply chain strategy.Commodity Strategy: understand Lifecycle management of each supplier within commodity to guide next steps and judge if it fits to commodity strategy (including risk management)Oversee and manage the value of suppliers within commodity: evaluate if result of Supplier Performance Management fit into commodity strategy and drive respective measuresDefine and adapt sourcing strategy within commodity: spend, price development, lead time development, cost saving opportunities and liabilities need to fit into commodity strategyContract management: Ensure sufficient contract coverage of strategic suppliers within and define what needs to be covered within a contract to support commodity strategyAligning with R&D and product development on future technology demand for the commodityYour QualificationsDegree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or similar5+ years of experience in commodity management, sourcing or procurementExperience and industry knowledge of the commodity (CM HLA)Experience in negotiation and supplier managementExperience working with globally matrix-organized teams and across business unitsAnalytical Thinking & Problem Solving - IntermediateContract Management - IntermediateCost Contraol and Analysis - AdvancedDemand Management - IntermediateNegotiation - AdvancedPrice Negotiation and Strategies - IntermediateProcurement - AdvancedRisk Management - IntermediateStakeholder Management - IntermediateStrategic Planning - IntermediateSupply Chain Management - AdvancedOur offerFlexibilityBenefitsDevelopmentFitnessSecurityFlexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absenceAttractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessionsErgonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health daysAttractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situationsTake your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application toolIf you have any questions, Ann-Kathrin Rupp will be happy to answer them at.deApply nowWould you like to know more about jobs at Advantest and about our unique team spirit? Our employees offer you their personal insights into our working environment.Would you like to take a closer look how our working environment looks like?