Sr Procurement/Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support new product introduction (NPI) programs for advanced semiconductor solutions. Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, this role will drive sourcing and supplier management for direct, secondary, and packing materials. The position plays a key role in ensuring cost-effective, reliable supply to support next-generation AI-powered products.

Key Responsibilities

• Source materials to support semiconductor development and production needs
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes and evaluate supplier quotations
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supplier agreements
• Engage suppliers early to support new product builds (NPI)
• Issue purchase orders and ensure on-time delivery, resolving supply issues as needed
• Support supplier audits and performance evaluation 

Qualifications

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Industrial Studies, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in semiconductor operations or manufacturing.
• Proven experience in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate cost, supplier performance, and commercial terms.
• Good communication skills and proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Good to Have:

• Experience supporting NPI programs or advanced packaging.
• Familiarity with semiconductor materials (direct, indirect, packing).
• Exposure to supplier audits and quality systems. 

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
 
With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’     
 
At Renesas, you can: 

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.  

• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure. 

• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.    

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?  

Join Renesas. Let’s Shape the Future together.  

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.