SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING SPECIALIST
Job Description
Job Summary
A growing U.S. subsidiary of a global Japanese semiconductor packaging manufacturer is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist for a direct hire opportunity in San Jose, CA. This role is ideal for a bilingual English and Japanese supply chain professional who enjoys working across global teams, suppliers, procurement, engineering, operations, and customer-facing groups.
The Supply Chain Planning Specialist will support demand and supply planning, supplier coordination, material availability, risk mitigation, and cross-functional communication between teams in the U.S., Japan, and other global regions. This is a high-visibility role where strong analytical skills, cultural fluency, and business communication will directly support operational performance and customer success.
This organization offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment with supportive leadership, long-term stability, and the opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives within the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industry. The position offers a hybrid schedule, bonus opportunities, profit sharing, commuter benefits, and the ability to build strong international business relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, capacity, lead times, responsiveness, and overall supply continuity.
- Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, planning, operations, engineering, quality, and customer-facing teams to ensure uninterrupted material supply.
- Analyze supply chain risks and develop mitigation, recovery, and contingency plans to support customer requirements and business objectives.
- Serve as a key communication bridge between U.S. and Japan organizations, helping align technical, operational, and business priorities.
- Support supplier audits, business reviews, performance evaluations, supplier qualification, sourcing, and capacity expansion initiatives.
- Drive corrective actions, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement efforts related to quality, delivery, manufacturing processes, and lead-time performance.
Compensation and Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Salary range: $96,700 to $110,800 per year.
- Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
- Semiannual bonuses.
- DRA/profit sharing.
- Commuter transportation benefits.
- Background check required.
- Travel is expected to be limited.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
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