Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Sourcing on commodity and selecting the right capable supplier

Performs RFQ (Request for Quotation) from local PH or Asian supplier(s) for Contactor product(s)

Drives quotation(s) negotiation with qualified local PH or Asian supplier(s) to meet Cohu PH target price(s)

Provides quotation(s) summary for final decision making to Cohu PH and initiate meetings for decision and alignment

Collects, analyzes, reviews and ensures accurateness of all commercial and engineering (drawing and specification) data to be used in supplier quotation and negotiation.

Issues Quantity Contract or Purchaser Order for First Article purpose

Assists First Article Inspection (FAI) with Supplier, Engineering Team and FAI Team to complete part qualification

Supports FAI material readiness if the product(s) is not transferred to manufacturing

Supplier Performance Management - Leads QBR reviews with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, delivery performance. Supports driving closure of improvement actions. Leads SCOC, Supplier Cyber Security ratings and highlight risks on Supply Chain.

Drives cost savings initiatives with the sourcing team to generate substantial value for the company and provide a consolidated report.

Negotiates with selected supplier for part best offer with part premium quality and lead time.

Performs regular market watch and internal needs analysis & find new supplier if required.

Validates and benchmark for any cost up from suppliers and seek approval.

Drives payment terms improvement with suppliers.