Procurement and IP Manager

Procurement and IP Manager

Nuvoton Israel, a leading supplier of microcontrollers and security hardware solutions for tier-1 customers in the computing and servers business, is seeking an experienced Procurement and IP Manager to lead our procurement, contract management, and intellectual property activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement Management:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company policies and international headquarters guidelines
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, focusing on cost optimization and service quality improvement
• Oversee procurement for R&D departments and general site needs
• Use the SAP system and other supporting system for efficient procurement operations
• Collaborate with finance to ensure budget alignment and cost control
• Manage relationships with international and local suppliers, particularly those related to electronic components or technical services

2. Contract and IP Management:

• Review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including IP, NDAs, procurement, consulting, services, and licensing agreements
• Manage the contract approval process within the organization
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on agreements, litigation, and business legal proceedings
• Facilitate the patent application process aligned with company IP guidelines
• Develop and maintain IP rights preservation policies

3. Cross-functional Leadership:

• Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, R&D, Finance, HR, Operations) to support business initiatives
• Manage the company's insurance portfolio
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable laws
• Provide risk mitigation strategies

This challenging role offers the opportunity to significantly impact our organization's efficiency and innovation capacity. You'll work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic semiconductor industry environment.

Join Nuvoton Israel and play a crucial role in driving our procurement, contract management, and IP strategies forward in our self-contained design center, spanning from product management to production

-         Bachelor's degree in law, Accounting, Industrial engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred

-         10+ years of experience as a procurement manager in a high-tech R&D organization

-         Strong understanding of complex and diverse agreements, from initiation to final approval

-         Experience in technology-related laws, including IP, data privacy, and open-- source licensing

-         Proven track record in negotiating complex agreements and managing large-scale contracts

-         Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP

-         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

-         Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

-         Fluency in English and Hebrew (native level)

-         Technical or engineering background Is a significant advantage

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
• Proactive and results-oriented approach
• Excellent leadership and team management skills