Senior Global Sourcing Manager, Semiconductor (Chips)
Core
Domain expert for semiconductor chip commodities and supplier partnerships, securing critical components, materials, and services to power defense products.
Role type
Senior Global Sourcing Manager (Semiconductors)
Builds
Defense systems powered by Lattice OS (AI-powered operating system for 3D command and control)
Domain
Defense technology / Semiconductor supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Semiconductor commodity management, strategic sourcing, RFI/RFQ/RFP execution, contract manufacturing management, TCO analysis, supply chain risk management, cost negotiation, supplier performance management, technical design specification influence
Preferred skills
Electrical or electronics engineering background, defense/aerospace/automotive/high-tech industry experience, cross-functional leadership, technology roadmap development
Technologies
Lattice OS, semiconductor manufacturing processes
Responsibilities
Develop and execute commodity strategies for semiconductor components; lead RFI/RFQ/RFP and strategic sourcing processes; own business relationships with external contract manufacturers; negotiate key agreements with suppliers; conduct technology reviews for executive staff; manage supplier performance metrics; act as primary escalation for commodities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight