Who We Are
IQE is a leading global supplier of compound semiconductor wafers and advanced materials. As the only compound semiconductor epitaxy foundry with a worldwide presence and scalable manufacturing, IQE drives technology growth. Our vision is to be the top provider of advanced semiconductor materials by delivering exceptional quality, service, and innovation, making us the first choice for customers. Our strength comes from our diverse, expert workforce and a culture built on integrity, accountability, excellence, teamwork, and valuing people.
At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future. We actively strive to reduce our carbon footprint, invest in green initiatives, and embed sustainability into everything we do.
Join us in driving meaningful change and making a lasting impact on the environment
About the role
The role ensures business continuity by driving materials supply and availability to meet SIOP requirements, while supporting optimal business performance through proactive identification of supply risks, project support, and delivery of improvements in quality, delivery excellence, and cost control.
Key Responsibilities:
* Processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers
* Reviews PO variances to the plan; past due and aged unconfirmed orders providing resolution with the supply base
* Participates in maximizing the procurement teams' changes, part parameters, equipment maintenance, supplier database information, error report analysis, and part number/supplier code information
* Recommend cost saving proposals including alternative sourcing with approval of team
* Work with Engineering to support procurement lead-time and cost
* Manage and maintain item master/organization attributes for assigned products
* Resolves accounts payable/receivable discrepancies for any/items assigned
* Resolves delivery/receiving discrepancies for any/all items assigned
* Remains current on economic, industrial and other trends that affect market and prices
* Supports ERP integration activities and assists Project Manager with implementations
* Manage the supplier database.
* Adhere to Procurement policies and standard operating procedures across IQE’s manufacturing facilities.
* Adhere to all internal safety, HR, environmental and quality guidelines
About you
* Bachelor’s degree in business/supply chain management or similar preferred.
* Working towards CIPS or CPIM qualifications are desirable.
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Awareness, knowledge and experience of Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management.
* Experience of procurement and logistics within an established manufacturing or service environment.
* Familiarisation with ISO9001:2008 quality systems, with key strengths in Purchasing & logistics aspects of the standard.
* Driver License
* Preferable Basic COSHH/COMAH/ADR Awareness
* Preferable working experience within IATF16949/Technology environment.
Why should you join us?
All our employees benefit from:
* Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)
* Professional Development and career pathways
* Bonus plans
* Attractive pension plans
* Income protection - Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)
* Long service awards 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years
* Values-based recognition awards
* Health Cash Plan includes discounts with high street brands
* Cycle to work plan (includes E-bikes)
* Electric Car Scheme (salary dependent)
* Employee Assistance Programme (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access to second medical opinion and unlimited access to a remote GP)
* Life assurance 4x salary
* Access to workplace Mental Health First Aiders/wellbeing rooms
IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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