Vendor Managment
Core
Own end-to-end relationships with component and sub-system vendors (starting with Optics suppliers) for commercial governance, supply continuity, quality oversight, and NPI execution.
Role type
Senior Vendor Manager (Hardware Supply Chain)
Builds
Scalable, high-performance networking infrastructure for global network operators
Domain
Cloud-native networking hardware, optics, photonics
Required skills
Vendor relationship management, contract negotiation, supply chain planning, quality governance (PPAP/FAI/8D), NPI execution, commercial acumen, engineering literacy, data analysis, cross-functional influence, ERP usage
Preferred skills
Networking/optical/photonics background, experience with high-speed electronic components
Technologies
SAP, Priority
Responsibilities
Lead vendor onboarding and qualification audits, manage pricing and capacity commitments, drive delivery execution against forecasts, oversee vendor quality KPIs and corrective actions, manage field returns and root cause analysis
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
