Sr. Contract Manufacturing Manager

YES (Yield Engineering Systems, Inc.) is a leading manufacturer of reliable, high-tech, cost-effective capital equipment that transforms materials and surfaces at the nanoscale. From startups to the Fortune 50, our customers rely on YES to help them unleash products that change lives – from cellphones and IoT devices, to AI and virtual reality, to diagnostic tests for COVID.

As a preferred provider of wet and dry process technology, we look forward to talking with smart, energetic, team-oriented people who can grow with us. We provide competitive salary and benefits, including employee stock ownership, and some of the best co-workers you’ll find anywhere. If this appeals to you, please read on!

Job Title: Sr. Contract Manufacturing Manager

Location: Chandler, AZ

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Develop sourcing strategies, execute sourcing initiatives, and manage sourcing activities supporting Yield Engineering Systems’ business unit with a primary focus on sourcing materials and services in support of new product development and commercialization.Focus is on the emerging Contract Manufacturing strategy.Help contract suppliers identify and minimize capacity constraints, minimize capital investment, accelerate speed-to-delivery, and improve our customer responsiveness.Manage the contract manufacturer’s compliance with the required regulations.Establish and maintain contract manufacturing relationships by acting as the primary point of contact for manufacturers on both day-to-day production operations and high-level initiatives.Lead contract manufacturing sourcing strategy including RFP/RFQ development, supplier risk assessments, price negotiations, and awarding of business.Perform monthly capacity analysis by category to ensure current and future demand can be met.Prospect redundant and overflow capacity and provide recommendations to plan for unexpected sales growth or an unforeseen constraint to supply.Lead cross-functional production meetings with manufacturing partners on a regular cadence to ensure alignment and ‘on track’ execution.Partner with a variety of teams to support the manufacturing (ideation, manufacturing capability sourcing, and execution) of new products. Partner with manufacturers and the Internal Quality department to analyze the manufacturability of new products as well as recommend changes that will facilitate efficient manufacturing and lower costs.Ensure at a high level that the cross-functional team is fulfilling its obligations to the manufacturing partners, and appropriately advocate for both internal and external stakeholders.Manage and lead Quarterly Contract Manufacturer scorecard review processes for contract manufacturing partners.Work with Supply Chain for pricing strategy for Contract Manufacturers and Build to Print SuppliersWork with the Business Unit Management on the overall manufacturing strategy for each category, including analyzing data and making recommendations to the business.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, etc.)Minimum of 5-7 years of operational and contract manufacturing experience, preferably in a high-tech environmentMinimum of 5-7 years of project management experience Willing to develop expertise in manufacturing, quality and safety regulations, and compliance requirements. Assertive and ready to gain proficiency with negotiating pricing, and key business terms within co-manufacturing agreements.Familiar with ERP software and systems such as Arena and NetSuiteAbility to take initiative with little supervision.Demonstrated cross-functional leadership skills.Strong business acumenAbility to travel around 25-30% monthly.

CompensationYES also offers a performance-based annual bonus and a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to flexible PTO and company stock.

Additional InformationBackground check and pre-employment drug screen required.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.YES is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.YES prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Come find out why YES is such a great place to work. Apply today!