Manager, Planning and Purchasing

Overview

Manager, Planning and Purchasing

Location:

Newport Beach, CA, 92660 Company:
Tower Semiconductor Ltd.

• Ensure continuous production through demand planning, sourcing, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Lead escalation resolution for confirmation and delivery issues.
• Manage domestic service contracts and supplier relationships.
• Develop and coach a small team of buyers and planners.
• Represent the site to the global procurement team and internal functions.
• Continuously improve processes, eliminate waste, and develop supporting IT systems.
• Lead demand, supply, and purchasing activities for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Maintain short-, mid-, and long‑term material plans considering capacity, lead times, and yield.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales to align supply plans with business objectives.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for inventory, material availability, cost, supplier performance, and on‑time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and trade requirements.
• Utilize ERP and planning systems (e.g., SAP) for data‑driven decision making.

• BS degree (Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent) required, MBA preferred.
• 3+ years of experience managing planning and purchasing.
• SAP experience required; SAP MM preferred.
• Significant experience managing material purchasing and service contracts.
• Proven sourcing and commercial negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and high‑volume data processing.
• Solid domestic and international logistics management.
• Advanced ERP and planning tools expertise.
• Leadership experience with high‑performing teams.
• Excellent cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Financial acumen for cost control, budgeting, and working capital.

$130,000/year – $137,000/year

• Industry‑leading healthcare coverage.
• Community outreach and educational resources.
• Savings, investments, and networking opportunities.
• Recruiting incentive and employee recognition programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer – No discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected class.