About GF GlobalFoundries® Inc. (GF®) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design, development and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its worldwide customers. For more information, visit www.gf.com. Introduction The Commodity Manager Materials is a strategic procurement role that is critical to ensure competitive supply of high-quality materials and services to the GlobalFoundries Dresden operations. This role works closely with key stakeholders in the facilities department to define requirements and with the broader Global Supply Management Team to fully leverage the supply base and global best practices from both a commercial and technical standpoint. It will be focused on Silicon to support our manufacturing equipment. In addition, the coordination for the local materials procurement is also part of this role. Your Job: + Coordinate tasks w/i the materials team and the various Fab stakeholder (Finance, IDM cost driver) + Define sourcing strategy(s) for assigned commodity in alignment with the objectives of the Global Supply Management organization and the respective global Commodity Head + Act as the primary supplier interface to enable supplier development and collaboration + Plan and conduct local commercial negotiations and support global negotiations as required + Actively utilize strategic tools, processes & systems to perform sourcing and analytical/reporting tasks (Jaggaer, Spend Analytics, Power BI, Cleansheeting, Negotiation Planners, etc). + Act as the primary procurement point of contact for stakeholders for assigned commodity(s) for both ongoing manufacturing operations and new product development activities + Support site specific supply issues working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and other key internal stakeholders + Identify continuous improvement opportunities, alternative sourcing strategies, global price trends, and communicate progress / achievements to realize maximum value and organizational objectives + Monitor the local and global market to identify potential new suppliers, product derivatives, and product innovations + Analyze, manage, and control contractual agreements and prepare renegotiations to achieve commercial and technical objectives + Establish a robust business continuity sourcing plan for assigned commodity(s) via mapping supply base and geographic risks with corresponding mitigation plans + Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration and/or relevant field of study + Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in an industrial environment + Conversation level fluency in English + Good command of English & German Language – written & verbal + Ability and willingness to travel internationally including Singapore and USA from time to time Preferred Qualifications: + Master’s Degree in Business, Science or Engineering or related field stud + Knowledge of materials and/or their application in semiconductor manufacturing, quality requirements and related supply base + Proficiency in sourcing related skills including sourcing strategy development and execution, contract management and supplier performance management + Ability to lead projects and cross-functional teams + Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to motivate and influence stakeholders and team members. + Experience in a semiconductor environment or related industry We Offer The position is open-ended and to be filled as soon as possible. Attractive compensation components: 13th month salary, bonus payments, assistance with relocation to Dresden. Flexible working time arrangements: Family friendly part-time models, trust flextime, salary conversion into free time Diverse opportunities for further development: Career stages for every job, internal qualification offers, promotion of external educational qualifications Focus on your health: On-site gym and beach volleyball court, bike leasing, subsidized employee restaurant Corporate culture: Cooperation at eye level - everyone is on first name terms with us, budget for individual team events, social commitment via GlobalGives Diversity is part of our corporate DNA. For this reason, we would like to encourage women in particular to apply for a job with us. As we value equal opportunities and inclusion is particularly important to us, we welcome applications from people with disabilities. This position is part of our employee referral program and will be rewarded with a referral bonus of 2,000 € upon successful recruitment. Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/careers/opportunities-in-europe/