Global Procurement Expert (m/f/d)

Advantest – We enable
tomorrowʻs technology.

IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.

Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as

Global Procurement Expert (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Process Leadership
• Design, standardize, and roll out global procurement processes and tools.
• Identify process gaps and lead improvement projects across regions.
• Ensure harmonization and synchronization of digital procurement workflows.

Clear operational procurement / purchasing process expertise
Solid understanding of end-to-end operational procurement (e.g., P2P, requisitioning, ordering, approvals,
supplier master data
• Purchase‑to‑Pay (P2P)
• Requisition & order management
• Supplier onboarding, master data
• Operational buying channels & compliance

Data Analytics & Reporting
• Own reporting for supply chain tools and dashboards.
• Analyze procurement-related data to derive strategies, implement new tool features and improve data
quality.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights for management.

Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Lead initiatives involving IT, finance, and operations.
• Represent procurement in global operations and business process engineering projects.
• Current‑state mapping
• Pain‑point identification
• Gap analysis

Your Qualifications

Essential Business Skills

Experience with modern procurement toolsets (e‑sourcing, SRM, contract management, catalog/content
systems) is beneficial.
• Strategic Sourcing – Ability to understand procurement terminology and sharing of best practices.
• Financial Acumen – Understanding of cost management and TCO analysis.
• Data Analytics – Proficiency in interpreting complex datasets for decision-making.
• Performance Management – KPI development and dashboard reporting.
• Process Excellence – Expertise in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Technology Savvy – Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa) & Power BI.

Critical Soft Skills
• Influencing & Communication – Ability to engage stakeholders across cultures, functions and levels.
• Collaboration – Strong team player with cross-functional coordination skills.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability – Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving solutions. Strong acumen in understanding the root cause of a problem.
• Change Management – Skilled in guiding teams through process and system transformations ensuring sustainable change.
• Analytical Mindset with Creativity – Combine structured thinking with innovative approaches.

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering (Master degree preferred).
• 5+ years in global procurement or supply chain roles with project leadership experience.

Our offer

Flexibility

Benefits

Development

Fitness

Security

Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence

Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)

Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions

Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days

Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations

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