Director, Product Sourcing
Core
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies to support new product introduction, lifecycle management, and supply continuity for a complex semiconductor equipment portfolio.
Role type
Director, Strategic Sourcing
Builds
Global supplier networks and sourcing strategies for semiconductor capital equipment
Domain
Semiconductor equipment manufacturing
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier development, category management, contract negotiations, cross-functional leadership, NPI program management, supply chain risk mitigation, executive stakeholder management, global team leadership
Preferred skills
semiconductor capital equipment industry experience, product/equipment engineering background, global sourcing organization leadership, supplier quality management, commodity management, SAP/ERP proficiency, APICS/ASCM/CPSM/Lean Six Sigma certifications
Technologies
SAP, enterprise ERP systems
Responsibilities
Develop global product sourcing and category strategies; lead sourcing activities from concept through end-of-life; drive supplier selection, qualification, and performance management; build executive-level supplier relationships; partner with engineering on design-for-supply-chain initiatives; ensure material readiness and supply continuity; develop supply chain resilience strategies; build and lead a global sourcing organization; drive continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership