Senior Sourcing Program Manager; Spector

Location:

US - NJ - Somerset

Requisition

Veeco is driving accelerated growth at the leading edge of advanced semiconductors, AI, and high-performance computing—expanding our portfolio and global footprint while aligning breakthrough innovation with operational excellence. In this dynamic environment, a resilient, high-performance supply chain is mission‑critical to scaling complex technologies and delivering with speed, precision, and quality.

We are seeking a Senior Sourcing Program Manager to lead at the intersection of product development, manufacturing, and global sourcing. This is a highly visible, high‑impact role with the opportunity to shape Veeco’s core technologies and enable the successful launch and scale of next‑generation products.

• Own sourcing strategy across the full product lifecycle, from concept through production scale‑up
• Shape sourcing decisions that improve cost, manufacturability, and scalability
• Drive key milestones and ensure supply readiness for successful launches

• Lead sourcing for Veeco’s product platforms, connecting supply strategy to technology advancement
• Turn technical requirements into sourcing strategies that accelerate commercialization
• Partner with engineering to unlock better cost, continuity, and manufacturability outcomes

• Act as the sourcing leader across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain
• Bring stakeholders together to navigate trade‑offs across cost, schedule, risk, and performance
• Lead clear, timely decisions that keep critical programs moving forward
• Partner with Category Managers to build supplier strategies that support program success
• Drive supplier selection, qualification, and NPI readiness
• Help ensure suppliers deliver on cost, quality, capacity, and schedule expectations

• Anticipate and mitigate risks across supply continuity, capacity, lead times, and technical execution
• Build contingency plans, including alternate sourcing and design‑change strategies

• Lead sourcing deliverables, milestones, and KPIs across multiple strategic programs
• Advance sourcing tools, processes, and cross‑functional ways of working
• Translate sourcing execution into measurable business impact

• Deliver clear updates on sourcing readiness, risks, and progress to senior leaders
• Escalate issues with confidence and actionable recommendations

• Ownership & Accountability – Take full ownership of sourcing outcomes from design through production
• Strategic & Systems Thinking – See how sourcing decisions shape performance, cost, manufacturability, and speed
• Influence Without Authority – Align teams, build trust, and move work forward across functions
• Execution Excellence – Pair strategic thinking with disciplined follow‑through
• Decision‑Making in Ambiguity – Make strong decisions in dynamic, evolving situations
• Change Leadership – Champion better ways of integrating sourcing into development and manufacturing
• Executive Presence – Communicate complex issues with clarity and confidence
• Team & Capability Development – Strengthen the organization by sharing knowledge and mentoring others

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field required; MBA preferred
• At least 12 years of overall experience in sourcing, supply chain, program management, or a related field, with at least 5 years of demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing or supply chain execution in complex product development or manufacturing environments

• Strong command of product development life cycles, from NPI through high‑volume production
• Experience with highly engineered products, such as semiconductor, capital, or aerospace equipment
• Ability to translate technical requirements into sourcing and supplier strategies
• Strong program management, planning, risk management, and cross‑functional coordination skills
• Ability to lead multiple programs in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
• Advanced negotiation and supplier…