Senior Sourcing Program Manager

Senior Sourcing Program Manager (Spector)

Location:

US - NJ - Somerset

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.

• End-to-End Program Ownership
• 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 launched
• Vertical Product Alignment
• 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
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• 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
• Global Supplier Strategy Execution
• 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
• Risk Management & Supply Continuity
• Anticipate and mitigate risks across supply continuity, capacity, lead times, and technical execution
• Build contingency plans, including alternate sourcing and design-change strategies
• Operational Excellence
• 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
• Executive Communication
• Deliver clear updates on sourcing readiness, risks, and progress to senior leaders. Escalate issues with confidence and actionable recommendations

This role is ideal for a proactive, influential leader who thrives in fast-moving environments and is energized by building what's next. 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 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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,…