Global Front-End (FE) Materials Category Supplier Manager
Core
Global sourcing strategy and supplier management for critical semiconductor materials to ensure cost competitiveness and supply resilience.
Role type
Senior IC strategic sourcing manager (semiconductor materials)
Builds
Long-term supplier agreements, cost reduction strategies, and resilient global supply chains for memory and storage solutions
Domain
Semiconductor industry, materials procurement, supply chain management
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier management, commercial negotiation, cost analysis, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodologies, market analysis, risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
semiconductor industry experience, lithography materials knowledge, multi-year agreement negotiation, AI/digital tools for procurement, professional certifications (CPSM, CPM, APICS, PMP)
Technologies
RFQ/RFI processes, TCO analysis tools, AI/digital procurement platforms
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global category sourcing strategies; lead supplier negotiations for pricing and commercial terms; identify and implement cost-saving opportunities; manage supply risks and develop mitigation strategies; partner with suppliers on sustainability and compliance objectives; provide market intelligence to senior leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC