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Senior Specialist, Direct Commodity Management

On-site Minato ku, Japan full time

Job Title:

Senior Specialist, Direct Commodity Management

Job Description:

Job Description  

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.  

The Role:    

Entegris is growing and looking for a strong   Commodity Manager, Direct   Commodity Management   to join our Plastic Fabrication Team supporting Direct Procurement. If you are a motivated individual interested in solving complex problems within the semiconductor supply chain, this role may be a fit for you!    

What You’ll Do:    

  • Help shape   commodity strategies   and d rive   / execute   sourcing decisions in the Plastic Fabrications or Packaging   category;  

  • Lead cost saving efforts within th e assigned   commodity;  

  • Enabling continuity of supply  

  • Become a strong ambassador for the sourcing organization, develop relationships with key Entegris stakeholders, and facilitate engagements that position organization for long term   success;    

  • Develop strong relationships with suppliers’ technical teams   to   facilitate a deep understanding of the   technology roadmaps and capabilities to support Entegris product   requirements;  

  • Assess technology/business gaps in supplier performance and implement appropriate continuous improvement   activities;    

  • Partner with Entegris product development teams to lead the   outsource   manufacturing sourcing activities that enable business   growth;    

  • Own, n egotiate and manage commercial/technical supply chain to support Entegris business   needs;     

  • Negotiate c ontract s   with critical suppliers   to   provide support to APS and MS divisions.   

  • Support sourcing, cost saving and supplier development efforts across the   BU’s .    

      

What We Seek:    

  • A team player as well as a   self starter  

  • Leadership and motivation   characteristics     

  • Proficiency   in   establishing relationships with key business and technology partners   to   assure alignment and successful outcomes   

  • Timely identification and efficient execution of key supplier projects and continuous improvement initiatives   

  • Competency in positioning team to implement a supply base that can fully support the successful launch of new products  

  • Identification and implementation of new supplier management elements to enhance the Global Procurement organization    

  • The capacity to leverage key suppliers to support Entegris growth and profitability goals      

Requirements:    

  • BS or MS in engineering, supply chain or   related;    

  • U nderstand total cost   of ownership   models;    

  • A leader with a strong technical background in part fabrication with the ability to effectively motivate teams to achieve collective   success;     

  • An astute capability to recognize the needs and motivations of individuals, and the capability to develop and nurture a wide array of internal and external   relationships;     

  • The capability to quickly understand complex engagements, identify creative business solutions, and drive successful interactions with outside   partners;    

  • A dedicated technology inclination for learning, collaborating, and continuous   improvement;    

  • Demonstrated   effective   negotiati on   skills   and   communication capabilities, and the ability to persuade suppliers to efficiently support the long term, profitable growth of   Entegris;    

  • Strong plastic fabrication fundamentals, with the ability to apply his/her knowledge to current and emerging semiconductor manufacturing needs.  

  • Professional proficiency in English   and Korean .  

  • Additional pr ofessional proficiency in   Japanese   advantageous  

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity   to   all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.  

Source: the employer's careers page. Last checked 2026-10-14. Posted 2026-10-14.

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