Director, Procurement & Subcontracting

Our people are our success. As one of us, you will contribute to engineering excellence for the high-tech markets of the future, including semiconductors, batteries, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and data centers. At Exyte, you will be part of a global community of challenge seekers who are ambitious and passionate about innovation. Together, we will build on our company's long history and keep on leading the way to a better world.

The Director of Procurement & Subcontracting is responsible for
leading the development and execution of comprehensive Project
Procurement Plans. This role supports preconstruction
activities, estimating, and proposal services, while providing
strategic direction and mentorship to procurement teams on both
routine and complex projects. The Director will design and
implement supply management strategies and business processes
that align with the company's goals and objectives, ensuring
effective supplier relationships and optimizing procurement
outcomes.

The information contained in this job description is
intended to describe the essential job functions required of
those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge,
skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note
that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties
and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to
competently perform all the essential duties of the position,
with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated
commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity,
and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or
work group are basic requirements of all positions at Exyte
Group.

• Lead the development and execution of Project Procurement
  Plans.
  
• Support preconstruction efforts, including estimating and
  proposal services.
  
• Provide functional direction and mentorship to procurement
  personnel across various projects.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring
  awareness of costs and lead times for major equipment and
  materials.
  
• Develop, monitor, and implement supplier performance goals
  focused on cost, quality, and service.
  
• Manage the competitive solicitation process, including
  supplier selection, contract development, and risk mitigation
  strategies.
  
• Implement supply management strategies and business
  processes that align with company and departmental goals.
  
• Negotiate contractual terms and commercial items with
  suppliers.
  
• Collaborate with business unit representatives to resolve
  field disagreements and potential disputes.
  
• Lead initiatives for total cost reduction, cost savings,
  and Supplier Diversity goals.
  
• Conduct financial, logistical, commercial, risk, and cost
  analyses.
  
• Develop and implement project purchasing strategies,
  converting them into actionable bid package plans.
  
• Oversee and execute the end-to-end commercial transaction
  cycle.
  
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and
  procedures.
  
• Lead the sourcing and identification of suppliers at both
  national and regional levels.
  
• Manage the procurement lifecycle for major construction
  projects, from strategy development to the resolution of claims
  and contract variations.
  
• Integrate procurement strategies with design and
  construction teams.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

• Bachelor's degree required.
  
• 10+ years of experience in procurement and subcontracting,
  preferably in Microelectronics, Life Sciences, Alternative
  Energy, or similar high-tech industries.
  
• Extensive experience in subcontracting and procurement of
  equipment/materials.
  
• Strong decision-making and leadership skills, with a focus
  on results delivery and team building.
  
• Ability to stay current with relevant technology and
  innovations in procurement.
  
• Exceptional ethical standards, negotiation skills, and
  interpersonal communication abilities.
  
• Proven ability to manage stress effectively in a dynamic
  environment.
  
• Experience with various contract types, including fixed
  price, unit price, time and material, and cost-reimbursable
  contracts.
  
• Strong background in financial analysis, activity-based
  costing, and supply chain management methodologies.
  

Non-Solicitation: We are not currently
accepting third-party agency candidates for this position. Any
agency candidate submitted to any employee of Exyte may be
contacted by Exyte without obligation to the third party
agency.