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Key Responsibilities
Cost & Value Analysis
- Perform factory overhead cost analysis (DL/IDL, utilities, maintenance, indirect materials, support functions).
- Conduct package-level cost breakdown and value analysis (DFPC (die free cost package) cost/Kpc, process cost drivers).
- Identify non-value-added activities and improvement opportunities using structured cost models.
- Support year-on-year cost reduction targets and productivity initiatives.
Cost Reduction & Proposal Development
- Develop cost-down proposals with clear financial impact, assumptions, and risk assessment.
- Quantify savings from process improvements, automation, layout optimization, and resource right-sizing.
- Prepare business cases for CAPEX vs OPEX trade-off analysis.
- Track and validate realized savings vs committed savings.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Finance to align costing methodology, assumptions, and financial validation.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, Quality, Supply Chain, and Facilities to identify cost-reduction levers.
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to identify activities for cost-down and value enhancement.
Reporting & Governance
- Prepare management-level reports on cost trends, savings progress, and variance analysis.
- Support budget planning, forecast reviews, and strategic cost discussions.
- Ensure cost initiatives are aligned with business priorities and compliance requirements.
Key Skills & Competencies
Technical & Analytical
- Understanding of manufacturing processes especially SOT,SOD,QFN,NQFN packages
- knowledge of manufacturing cost structures (overhead, variable, fixed costs).
- Experience in package cost analysis / DFPC / cost per unit modeling.
- Solid analytical skills using Excel, cost models, and data analysis tools.
Business & Collaboration
- Ability to translate technical improvements into financial impact.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional communication skills.
- Structured problem-solving and fact-based decision making.
Comfortable working with Finance, Operations, and Engineering leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related).
- 3–8 years of experience in manufacturing, cost engineering, industrial engineering, or operations excellence (semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing preferred).
- Experience working closely with Finance / Costing teams is highly desirable.
- Professional certifications (preferred but not mandatory) - Finance for Non-Finance certification
- Experience either in process and Manufacturing semiconductor.
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D&I Statement
As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.
In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field
- 3–8 years of experience in manufacturing, cost engineering, industrial engineering, or operations excellence
- Experience in semiconductor process and manufacturing
- Experience in semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing
- Experience working closely with Finance or costing teams
- Finance for Non-Finance professional certification
- Experience with manufacturing cost structures, package cost analysis, DFPC, or cost-per-unit modeling
- Strong Excel, analytical, stakeholder management, cross-functional communication, and structured problem-solving skills
What We Do
Headquartered in the Netherlands, Nexperia is a global semiconductor company with a rich European history and over 15,000 employees across Europe, Asia, and the United States. As a leading expert in the development and production of essential semiconductors, Nexperia’s components enable the basic functionality of virtually every electronic design in the world – from automotive and industrial to mobile and consumer applications. The company serves a global customer base, shipping more than 100 billion products annually. These products are recognized as benchmarks in efficiency – in process, size, power and performance. Nexperia's commitment to innovation, efficiency, sustainability, and stringent industry requirements are evident in its extensive IP portfolio, its expanding product range and its certification to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. For questions or more information about our career opportunities: [email protected] Connect with us today and become a part of TeamNexperia! Nexperia - Efficiency Wins.









