Senior / Manager, Supplier Quality

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!  

UCT is looking for a talented Senior Manager, Supplier Quality to join us in Singapore!

Job Description

The Supplier Development Manager is responsible for:

1. Supplier Development

• Develop strategic supplier improvement plans.


• Conduct supplier capability assessments.


• Improve supplier manufacturing processes.


• Lead supplier development projects.


• Build supplier technical capability.

2. Supplier Performance Management

• Monitor KPIs including:


• Quality (PPM)


• On-Time Delivery (OTD)


• Lead Time


• Cost Reduction


• Capacity Utilization


• Responsiveness


• Corrective Action Closure


• Customer Complaints

3. New Supplier Qualification

• Evaluate potential suppliers


• Conduct capability audits


• Review manufacturing processes


• Review quality systems


• Support First Article Inspection (FAI)


• Approve supplier qualification

4. Supplier Audits

• Perform audits covering:


• ISO 9001 o ISO 14001


• Lean Manufacturing


• Process Control


• Traceability


• Calibration


• Risk Management


• EHS compliance

5. Continuous Improvement o Lead initiatives such as:

• Lean Manufacturing


• Six Sigma


• Kaizen


• Value Stream Mapping


• OEE Improvement


• Waste Reduction


• Cycle Time Reduction


• . Capacity Planning  

7. Risk Management

8. Cross-Functional Collaboration

9. Executive Reporting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective Supplier interactions.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• BS in Quality/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering discipline with >10 years experience.


• ASQC, CQE certification a plus.

Experience Requirement:

• Work Experience: Technical experience in semiconductor capital equipment and Gas Panel related activities are highly desirable.


• Management Experience 

Overnight Travel:

Work may require out of town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting). 25 %.

At Ultra Clean Technology, we do not just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.