A*STAR

Research Engineer/ Senior Research Engineer (Supply & Inventory Operation Management), (FAB), IME

A*STAR
ResearchSingaporeFull-time2 weeks ago

About the role

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This role is for a Research Engineer or Senior Research Engineer in supply and inventory operations management at a semiconductor R&D fab (IME). The position involves leading fab inventory management, logistics planning, and procurement to support advanced packaging process technologies. The role requires a degree in engineering, at least 3 years of semiconductor experience, and strong stakeholder management skills.

ResearchFull-timeInstitute of Microelectronics

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead in planning, sourcing and initiating purchase requests accordingly to day-to-day materials and spare-parts requirements to ensure stock adequacy for Fab operations.
  • Follow through on orders from purchase initiation to delivery, ensuring goods are delivered on time, including coordination with forwarders when required.
  • Provide good supports on logistics and inventory movements required to enable smooth FAB cleanroom operations.
  • Proactive in driving initiatives toward systematic inventory digitalisation.
  • Ability to work in a multi-task environment and perform other duties assigned by Department Managers.

Requirements

  • Education: Degree in engineering discipline, preferably with exposure to procurement, supply chain logistics, or warehouse operations.
  • At least 3 years of related semiconductor engineering experience, with strong networks among semiconductor material suppliers and equipment vendors.
  • Relevant experience in analytics or strategic reporting will be an added advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills so to work seamlessly with various stakeholders to ensure inventory adequacy and logistics efficiencies.
  • Self-starter with strong ability to work with own initiative under minimal supervision.
  • Process strong sense of customer service mind-set and teamwork.
  • Strong flexibility and ability to handle multiple requests from across teams.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.