Strategic Sourcing Manager, Electronic Components
Core
Architect and execute multi-year sourcing strategies for electronic components (processors, ASICs, sensors, PCBs) to support Waymo's autonomous driving technology roadmap.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (electronic components)
Builds
Supply agreements, contracts, and cost-reduction programs for custom silicon and EE commodities
Domain
Autonomous driving / Semiconductor supply chain
Required skills
Multi-year category strategy, commercial negotiation, supplier performance management, should-cost modeling, risk mitigation, cross-functional partnership, technical datasheet analysis, manufacturing process knowledge
Preferred skills
Prior experience at Apple/Google/Meta/Amazon/Tesla, foundry/IDM/ASIC/EDA/IP engagement, Tier-1 EMS models, APAC supplier base
Technologies
Excel, Google Sheets
Responsibilities
Develop category and technology strategy, lead commercial negotiations, manage supplier performance, drive cost and risk management, act as cross-functional partner
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
