Sr. Director Semiconductor Sourcing and NPI Procurement
Core
Leads global strategy, sourcing, and supplier ecosystem for wafer foundry services, IP/EDA services, discrete actives semiconductors, and 3rd party NAND flash controller categories while managing New Product Introduction (NPI) procurement.
Role type
Sr. Director, Semiconductor Sourcing and NPI Procurement
Builds
Resilient global sourcing networks and supplier partnerships for memory and storage solutions
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Category strategy, cost modeling, total cost of ownership optimization, global supply chain risk management, capacity planning, supplier performance management, commercial negotiation, AI-enabled procurement tools, stakeholder management, enterprise leadership
Preferred skills
Sourcing discrete active semiconductor components for SSD/Memory Modules, managing IP and EDA suppliers, leading procurement transformation, understanding semiconductor market dynamics
Technologies
AI-enabled procurement tools, predictive analytics, digital transformation platforms
Responsibilities
Define and execute global procurement strategies for wafer foundry, IP/EDA, and discrete actives; drive NPI metrics like multi-sourcing and part reuse; lead category management for cost and supply continuity; build strategic supplier partnerships; ensure supply assurance through capacity planning and risk mitigation; lead cost optimization and negotiations; partner with cross-functional teams on product and operational requirements; lead and scale a global procurement organization; establish KPIs for operational excellence; drive supplier diversity and sustainability; integrate AI tools for demand forecasting and risk analytics; represent procurement in executive forums; support crisis management for supply disruptions; mentor emerging leaders.
Seniority
Sr. Director, enterprise-level leadership