Director – Supplier Account Management
Core
Strategic leadership role defining and executing global sourcing strategies to build resilient supplier ecosystems for semiconductor and display manufacturing equipment.
Role type
Director, Supplier Account Management
Builds
Global sourcing strategies, resilient supplier ecosystems, and scalable supply chain solutions for new product introductions.
Domain
Semiconductor and display manufacturing equipment supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Global commodity strategy, executive supplier relationship management, complex commercial negotiation, supply chain risk mitigation, cross-functional leadership, market intelligence analysis, digital transformation in sourcing
Preferred skills
MBA, experience in emerging markets (India), deep expertise in supplier ecosystems, global trade and customs regulations knowledge
Technologies
SAP, Ariba, analytics platforms
Responsibilities
Define and implement global commodity strategies aligned with organizational growth and risk objectives; Build and manage strategic executive-level relationships with key global suppliers; Lead large-scale, complex commercial negotiations and contracting across the global supplier base; Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including geopolitical and regulatory challenges; Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to enable supplier qualification and material readiness
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with global team management