Senior Manager, DFM Business / Site Manager

1. On-site Escalation and Issue Resolution • Serve as the primary on-site escalation point of contact between Kingston and EverPure, ensuring rapid resolution of urgent operational issues. • Facilitate swift problem-solving across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and vendor teams. 2. Stakeholder and Communication Management • Act as the central communication hub for internal stakeholders, clients, employees, and external vendors. • Maintain clear, timely, and effective communication channels to ensure alignment and issue transparency. 3. Daily Operations Management • Oversee and manage day-to-day site operations for Kingston Taiwan, ensuring stable production output and operational readiness. • Ensure availability of technical support and coordinate cross-functional collaboration across supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing. 4. On-site Project and Program Management • Lead on-site project execution, track milestones, monitor progress against goals, and ensure timely delivery of project commitments. • Review and approve project plans and operational proposals. 5. Strategic Planning & Business Execution • Lead on-site strategic planning, contributing to long-term business objectives and operational strategy. • Develop and implement supply chain and operational strategies to improve performance, resilience, and cost efficiency. 6. Procurement & Supplier Management • Act as the on-site leader for procurement and supplier engagement. • Support sourcing of raw materials, supplier evaluation, vendor issue resolution, and CM coordination. • Ensure suppliers meet quality, delivery, and commercial expectations. 7. Operations Oversight & Process Improvement • Ensure smooth production flow and operational efficiency across the site. • Identify and implement productivity improvements (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, Just-In-Time). • Optimize processes to reduce waste, shorten lead times, and improve service levels. 8. Risk Management • Identify operational risks including supplier constraints, logistics bottlenecks, and manufacturing disruptions. • Develop, execute, and maintain contingency plans to ensure business continuity. 9. Performance Monitoring & Reporting • Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operations, supply chain performance, production, and supplier health. • Prepare and deliver business performance updates to senior leadership. 10. Leadership, Team Development, & Collaboration • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supply chain and operational professionals. • Foster collaboration across technical teams, SCM, CMs, and external partners. • Build strong working relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers. 11. Compliance, Quality, and Safety Oversight • Ensure all on-site operations comply with company policies, legal requirements, quality standards, and safety guidelines. • Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field. • 10+ years of experience in supply chain operations, business management, or manufacturing operations; 3–5+ years in a leadership role. • Strong experience with supplier management, contract manufacturing environments, and cross-functional operational leadership. • Proven track record of managing production environments, solving escalations, and leading end-to-end operations. • Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. • Experience with ERP systems and advanced operational reporting. • Ability to work collaboratively across functions and influence at multiple levels. Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree (MBA or MS in Supply Chain/Operations). • Experience in electronics, semiconductor, or hardware manufacturing environments. • Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification. • Experience working with international suppliers and cross-cultural teams. • Strong financial acumen related to supply chain cost, budgeting, and business operations.

• Leadership & Influence: Ability to lead without direct authority and drive alignment across teams and external partners. • Operational Excellence: Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes, with a focus on execution and efficiency. • Strategic Thinking: Capable of balancing tactical day-to-day operations with long-term strategic planning. • Problem Solving & Decision Making: Able to resolve complex issues quickly with sound judgment. • Communication: Clear, effective communicator to internal and external stakeholders. • Resilience & Adaptability: Able to thrive in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities. • Continuous Improvement: Always seeking opportunities to optimize processes and improve site performance.