Strategic Commodity Manager- LRT

Lam Research is looking for an experienced Strategic Commodity Manager to help develop and execute global supply chain strategies supporting a growing and complex business. This person will manage commodities that include OEM parts, lead supplier strategy and negotiations, and work with global suppliers to improve cost, quality, lead time, capacity, and flexibility.

• Develop and execute long-term commodity and sourcing strategies
• Manage commodities including OEM parts
• Lead supplier selection, expansion, and consolidation strategies
• Manage relationships with global suppliers
• Lead complex commercial and contract negotiations
• Negotiate improvements around:
  Cost Quality Lead time Capacity Flexibility
• Coordinate supplier investments in R&D and capacity expansion
• Build a strong supply chain capable of supporting ramping demand
• Partner with internal product and cross-functional teams
• Analyze supply chain issues and drive solutions
• Present strategies, recommendations, and results to senior leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of professional experience
• Strong strategic sourcing / commodity management experience
• Strong experience negotiating supplier and contractual agreements
• Strong SAP experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience working with global suppliers
• Strong supplier relationship management experience
• Experience working within a matrix organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience presenting to senior leadership
• MBA
• 7+ years within the semiconductor equipment industry
• Direct experience managing OEM parts
• Semiconductor capital equipment or high-tech manufacturing supply chain experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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