Lead, Category Management
Core
Develop and manage a resilient supplier ecosystem for advanced materials to support semiconductor solutions, driving innovation, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
Role type
Lead Category Management (Global Sourcing)
Builds
Global sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships for advanced materials
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Advanced Materials
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> supply chain strategy & supplier lifecycle management
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, supplier selection and negotiation, contract management, supplier performance governance, risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision-making
Preferred skills
Semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing experience, build-to-print manufacturing knowledge, high mix/low-volume environment management
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Lead development and execution of global sourcing strategies for advanced materials categories; Shape negotiation strategies for cost reductions in complex manufacturing environments; Own total commodity lifecycle including supplier identification, screening, onboarding, and relationship management; Ensure supplier performance against quality, cost, delivery, service, and ESG commitments; Review supply risk profiles and lead mitigation strategies for critical materials; Engage with internal stakeholders and external partners to support program deliverables
Seniority
Lead (Senior), hands-on IC