Sr. Director, Indirect Procurement
Core
Own and scale the indirect and corporate procurement function for a semiconductor/AI hardware startup, managing IP licensing, professional services, lab equipment, and corporate overhead.
Role type
Senior Director, Indirect Procurement
Builds
Scalable procurement infrastructure and governance frameworks for high-growth technology operations.
Domain
Semiconductor / AI Hardware / High-Tech Electronics
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Contract negotiation, vendor management, IP licensing expertise, capital equipment procurement, strategic sourcing, cost reduction, cross-functional partnership, compliance management, process building, ERP proficiency
Preferred skills
MBA, CPSM/CSCP/CPIM certifications, NetSuite and Zip experience, international contracting knowledge
Technologies
NetSuite, Zip, Synopsys, Cadence, Ansys, Arm, Keysight, Tektronix
Responsibilities
Develop and implement procurement strategies and governance frameworks; Lead RFQ/RFP processes and competitive bidding; Negotiate and execute IP license agreements, MSAs, SOWs, and capital equipment contracts; Own the end-to-end procure-to-pay process; Drive year-over-year cost reduction; Collaborate with Engineering, Finance, Legal, HR, and Operations; Ensure compliance with trade regulations and ethical sourcing standards
Seniority
Senior Director, hands-on IC
