Global Supply Manager, EE and Semiconductors

<p>As a Global Supply Manager (GSM) for EE Semiconductors, you are a technical and commercial leader responsible for the foundational supply chain of our humanoid robot. You will develop and execute a comprehensive global sourcing strategy for essential components and materials, managing the lifecycle from pre-concept through to the handoff to sustaining operations. Your mission is to align business needs with supplier capabilities while navigating the complex, high-stakes landscape of semiconductor technologies.</p> <h3><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></h3> <h4><strong>Strategic Sourcing Roadmap Execution</strong></h4> <ul> <li><strong>Global Strategy:</strong> Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for essential components and materials, ensuring long-term scalability for our humanoid robot.</li> <li><strong>Roadmap Alignment:</strong> Create and manage a semiconductor technology roadmap that aligns our product architecture with future industry trends and supplier innovations.</li> <li><strong>AVL Ownership:</strong> Own the <strong>Approved Vendor List (AVL)</strong> and lead the full supplier lifecycle—from identification and qualification to performance evaluation.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Humanoid Robotics Ecosystem Supply Agreements</strong></h4> <ul> <li><strong>Long-Term Agreements:</strong> Negotiate high-stakes, long-term deals and strategic supply agreements that secure the high-priority materials required to build and scale our humanoid platform.</li> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Synergy:</strong> Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and NPI teams to ensure sourcing activities remain perfectly synchronized with product development and production timelines.</li> <li><strong>Market Intelligence:</strong> Stay ahead of industry trends, pricing dynamics, lead-time fluctuations, and technical advancements within the global silicon and electronics markets.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Technical Influence BOM Optimization</strong></h4> <ul> <li><strong>BOM Scrubs:</strong> Lead rigorous <strong>BOM scrubs</strong> and analysis to identify end-of-life (EOL) risks, single-source vulnerabilities, and technical bottlenecks before design freeze.</li> <li><strong>Design Influence:</strong> Partner with Architecture and Engineering to influence design decisions for optimal cost, performance, and supply-chain resilience.</li> <li><strong>Should-Cost Modeling:</strong> Own the "Should-Cost" modeling process to drive aggressive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reductions through negotiation and value engineering.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Risk Management Commercial Leadership</strong></h4> <ul> <li><strong>Risk Mitigation:</strong> Identify vulnerabilities in the EE supply chain (e.g., geopolitical shifts, capacity constraints) and implement robust hedging and business continuity strategies.</li> <li><strong>Contract Negotiation:</strong> Negotiate Master Purchase Agreements (MPAs), quality agreements, and Statements of Work (SOWs) that secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.</li> <li><strong>Performance Metrics:</strong> Implement and maintain robust supplier performance metrics and lead periodic business reviews to ensure strategic objectives are met.</li> <li><strong>Supplier Development:</strong> Periodically travel to supplier sites to drive initiatives such as cost reductions, relationship building, and supplier development.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Requirements</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Experience:</strong> 7+ years in global sourcing or commodity management, specifically with semiconductor or complex EE components.</li> <li><strong>Education:</strong> BS in Engineering (EE preferred), Supply Chain, or Business Management.</li> <li><strong>Category Expertise (Required):</strong> Direct experience managing and sourcing in <strong>at least one or two</strong> of the following segments:</li> <ul> <li><strong>Computing:</strong> Processors (CPUs/GPUs/FPGAs) and Memory (DRAM/NAND).</li> <li><str ... (truncated, view full listing at source)