Job Summary
Silicon Manufacturing Planning & Procurement ExecutiveRole OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Silicon Manufacturing Planning & Procurement Executive to direct capacity planning, raw material and wafer procurement, and supply chain allocation strategies. In this senior role, you will optimize end-to-end material flow, negotiate foundry terms, and balance supply constraints against dynamic market demand.Key ResponsibilitiesCapacity & Supply Planning: Develop mid- to long-term silicon manufacturing plans, working closely with internal business units and external wafer foundries to forecast and secure wafer starts and capacity allocations.Strategic Procurement: Lead supplier relationship management (SRM), contract negotiations, and cost-optimization initiatives for silicon raw materials, foundry services, and outsourced processing.Inventory & Risk Management: Monitor fab loading, cycle times, and inventory buffers to prevent shortages or bottlenecks; implement robust supply chain risk mitigation strategies.Data Analytics & KPI Tracking: Establish dashboards and metrics tracking on-time delivery (OTD), cycle time, yield variances, and procurement cost efficiencies.Cross-Functional Execution: Work hand-in-hand with operations, finance, engineering, and sales teams to align supply plans with corporate financial and revenue goals.Required Qualifications & SkillsExperience: 8+ years of professional experience in supply chain planning, procurement, or foundry management within the semiconductor industry.Industry Background: Deep expertise in silicon manufacturing, wafer fabrication processes, and semiconductor supply chain dynamics is essential.Negotiation & Commercial Acumen: Proven track record in managing foundry relationships, negotiating complex supply agreements, and analyzing cost structures.Systems Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced planning and scheduling (APS) tools.Hands-On & Kinaxis Expertise: Strong hands-on experience and proficiency in operating and managing supply chain planning through Kinaxis RapidResponse.
Key Responsibilities
Silicon Manufacturing Planning & Procurement ExecutiveRole OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Silicon Manufacturing Planning & Procurement Executive to direct capacity planning, raw material and wafer procurement, and supply chain allocation strategies. In this senior role, you will optimize end-to-end material flow, negotiate foundry terms, and balance supply constraints against dynamic market demand.Key ResponsibilitiesCapacity & Supply Planning: Develop mid- to long-term silicon manufacturing plans, working closely with internal business units and external wafer foundries to forecast and secure wafer starts and capacity allocations.Strategic Procurement: Lead supplier relationship management (SRM), contract negotiations, and cost-optimization initiatives for silicon raw materials, foundry services, and outsourced processing.Inventory & Risk Management: Monitor fab loading, cycle times, and inventory buffers to prevent shortages or bottlenecks; implement robust supply chain risk mitigation strategies.Data Analytics & KPI Tracking: Establish dashboards and metrics tracking on-time delivery (OTD), cycle time, yield variances, and procurement cost efficiencies.Cross-Functional Execution: Work hand-in-hand with operations, finance, engineering, and sales teams to align supply plans with corporate financial and revenue goals.Required Qualifications & SkillsExperience: 8+ years of professional experience in supply chain planning, procurement, or foundry management within the semiconductor industry.Industry Background: Deep expertise in silicon manufacturing, wafer fabrication processes, and semiconductor supply chain dynamics is essential.Negotiation & Commercial Acumen: Proven track record in managing foundry relationships, negotiating complex supply agreements, and analyzing cost structures.Systems Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced planning and scheduling (APS) tools.Hands-On & Kinaxis Expertise: Strong hands-on experience and proficiency in operating and managing supply chain planning through Kinaxis RapidResponse.