lumilens - Strategic Sourcing Manager
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or supply chain management within semiconductor, photonics, or high-tech industries • Strong experience working with global suppliers including contract manufacturers, specialty component vendors, and strategic manufacturing partners • Experience in optical technologies and demonstrated experience with deployment of manufacturing processes • Proven track record supporting NPI to HVM transitions in complex hardware environments and with contract manufacturers • Deep understanding of strategic sourcing fundamentals including cost modeling, supplier negotiations, contract terms, and risk management • Experience working embedding with hardware engineering throughout product development process • Ability to operate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across engineering, product management, operations, and finance • Actively participate in solving operational challenges to keep product schedules on track • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset • Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments • Experience in silicon photonics, optical transceivers, or advanced packaging • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics tools • Experience building supply chains from early-stage to scale • Knowledge of global trade, logistics, and compliance considerations
Responsibilities
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans aligned with product roadmaps and company growth objectives • Identify, qualify, onboard, and manage key suppliers across component vendors, contract manufacturers, and strategic manufacturing partners • Lead supplier negotiations across pricing, lead times, capacity, quality, and commercial terms. Negotiate and execute master supply agreements and other critical commercial agreements, including Statement of Work (SOW), development agreements, NDAs, etc. • Drive cost optimization initiatives through early design engagement, market intelligence, should-cost modeling, supplier process improvement, and long-term supply agreements. • Ensure supply continuity and mitigate risk through multi-sourcing, supplier performance management, and contingency planning • Partner with cross functional teams to drive supplier selection process (own RFx), support component and module qualification during NPI programs and enable smooth transitions to high-volume manufacturing • Collaborate with operations and manufacturing partners to align demand, capacity, and delivery commitments • Develop and drive supplier performance against KPIs including cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, capacity and innovation • Act as the primary escalation path for his/her respective commodity.
Benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance • Professional development opportunities and certification support • Access to cutting-edge photonics and advanced manufacturing technologies • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams solving complex challenges
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