Global Category Leader

Global Category Leader Location: Newport Beach, CA, USA, 92660 Company: Tower Semiconductor Ltd. Job Description We are seeking a strategic, results‑driven Global Category Leader to lead the sourcing, negotiation, and lifecycle management of Semiconductor Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), tooling, and services. In this role, you will have end‑to‑end responsibility for both global CAPEX and local suppliers within your assigned category. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional engineering, R&D, and equipment support teams across our global manufacturing sites to drive cost‑reduction initiatives, mitigate supply‑chain risks, and optimize operational performance. Responsibilities You can be responsible for global CAPEX and local suppliers in global and local scales, for the category of responsibility. You can lead category meetings across Tower's sites. You can initiate and cooperate in cost initiatives projects in collaboration with cross‑functional positions, such as ERS, Engineering and R&D. You can be involved with suppliers and goods selection process. You can maintain ongoing vendor relations enhancement activities. You can be responsible for ERP work, including PO releases and follow up. You can control supplier's performance and compliance with service and supply agreement, through escalations, corrective actions, scorecards and structured business reviews. You can manage business continuity plans and sourcing strategies for the category. You can renew existing agreements, propose, initiate and finalize new agreements to improve operational efficiency, cost, and aid business performance. You can develop ideas and strategies to improve performance and work towards a continuous improvement. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or Engineering. An MBA, MS, or related advanced degree is preferred. Experience: Proven track record with substantial experience and a deep understanding of purchasing and supply chain management. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Hebrew is a plus but not required. Negotiation: Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated ability to lead complex supplier negotiations. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in SAP and the Microsoft Office Suite (highly advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Time Management: Proven ability to balance competing priorities, manage heavy workloads, and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Drive: Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to work autonomously and drive initiatives independently. Work Environment: This is a 100% on‑site role; the successful candidate must be able to work in person at our designated location on a daily basis. Compensation: $158,726 - $168,544 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tower Semiconductor