Technical Project​/Vendor Manager

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Efficient is developing the world’s most energy-efficient general-purpose computer processor. Efficient’s patented technology uses 100x less energy than state of the art commercially available ultra-low-power processors and is programmable using standard high-level programming languages and AI/ML frameworks. This level of efficiency makes perpetual, pervasive intelligence possible: run AI/ML continuously on a AA battery for 5-10 years. Our platform’s unprecedented level of efficiency enables IoT devices to intelligently capture and curate first-party data to drive the next major computing revolution

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Vendor Manager/Technical Project Manager to oversee relationships and projects with our external vendors, while collaborating closely with internal hardware teams. This individual will play a critical role in managing multiple hardware development projects in a highly cross-functional environment which includes internal customers, external vendors and technology partners. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of the semiconductor hardware development processes, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to work with vendors and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

This role will operate in effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and emerging challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Relationship Management

• Facilitate the vendor selection and due diligence process including defining requirements, issuing RFIs/RFPs/SOWs, evaluating vendor capabilities, and coordinating technical and commercial reviews. This also includes contract negotiations, establish vendor relationships, and ensuring alignment on deliverables, timelines, quality standards.
• Be the liaison between external vendors and internal stakeholders, running point on all day-to-day vendor communication, deliverables and updates, ensuring vendors are on time with their commitments and in line with requirements.
• Partner with external vendors to ensure product and project components are delivered on time, in accordance with SOWs, and meet quality standards.

• Foster a culture of accountability and transparency by regularly communicating with executive and engineering leaders on project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare project plans and drive projects from conception and planning through implementation, production, and validation.
• Participate in the development of strategies, processes and identification of needed resources.
• Assess, evaluate risks, and drive projects forward with an eye for critical path.
• Identify bottlenecks and remove obstacles for the team.

• Establish and maintain a strong relationship with and communication between Program/Product Management, Engineering, Production Control, and Supply Chain, as well as with external vendors supporting these teams to drive execution.
• Articulate and present execution plans for internal leadership as well as external customers.
• Hold regular meetings between functional groups to ensure interdependencies are well understood and documented.
• Leverage technical understanding of hardware, ASIC, and software integration to facilitate cross-disciplinary communication and resolution of technical issues.

• Support roadmap development by detailing upcoming requirement changes and resources required.
• Identify risks proactively and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and quality.
• Optimize engineering and operational efficiency by continuously refining program management processes.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress, success, and strategic alignment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field;
  Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor hardware development, vendor management, or program management.
• Strong understanding of hardware design flows, especially in physical design,…