Greg Westby
About Greg Westby
Greg Westby serves as the Senior Director of North America Front End Fab Site Procurement at onsemi, where he has worked since 2014. He has a strong background in procurement, supplier quality, and cost analysis, supported by an MBA from the University of Portland.
Work at Onsemi
Greg Westby has been employed at onsemi since 2014, currently holding the position of Senior Director for North America Front End Fab Site Procurement, focusing on Worldwide Sourcing and Supplier Quality. In this role, he has been instrumental in optimizing procurement strategies and managing supplier quality across North American front-end fabrication sites. His tenure at onsemi includes a previous role as Director of North America Site Procurement from 2013 to 2022, where he contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Greg Westby earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Portland, where he studied from 1981 to 1985. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) between 1986 and 1988. His academic background is complemented by extensive expertise in cost analysis, supply chain management, and advanced skills in SAP and Oracle systems, which are essential for effective procurement processes.
Professional Background
Before joining onsemi, Greg Westby worked at Integrated Device Technology Inc. as Senior Purchasing and Materials Manager from 1995 to 2012. He also held the position of Finished Goods and WIP Inventory Manager at Lattice Semiconductor from 1988 to 1995. Earlier in his career, he served as an Adjunct Professor at Portland Community College in the School of Business and Technology for two years, from 2004 to 2006.
Achievements in Procurement and Manufacturing
Greg Westby has played a significant role in implementing lean manufacturing practices at onsemi, which has led to enhanced production efficiency. His contributions extend to the development of corporate social responsibility initiatives within the semiconductor procurement sector. His strong background in cost analysis has been key in optimizing procurement strategies, ensuring effective management of supplier quality across various fabrication sites.