James Yang

At Applied Materials, I manage CMP change projects for LK and LK Prime systems, including obsolescence, cut-ins, ECRs, and ESWs. I previously procured commodities for semiconductor NPI builds and helped manage 80% of a team's volume with one other buyer.

Across Applied Materials and Ichor Systems, I've sourced and managed sheet metal, OEM, ceramics, weldments, hardware, machined parts, plastics, fittings, and consignment inventory for semiconductor manufacturing. I've negotiated JIT and consignment programs, supported supplier compliance and MRP signals, and alternatively sourced offshore assemblies to save more than $285,000.

Before semiconductor manufacturing, I supported assortment, purchasing, course-materials operations, and sales projects at Follett, Pearson, and Follett Higher Education Group. My work contributed to top-selling products, more than $110,000 in net sales from new publishing projects, over 50% year-over-year sales growth, and avoided a potential $20,000 markdown.

I'm looking to broaden and deepen my manufacturing supply-chain knowledge with a team that values transparent communication, rigorous discussion, and a little nerd-and-geek conversation.