Supply Chain Manager

Job Title

Supply Chain Manager

Role Summary

Hands-on supply chain manager supporting the ramp from prototype to production for multiple semiconductor chip programs. You will source and procure third-party semiconductor IP, manage logistics and trade operations, and coordinate suppliers with engineering and operations to enable production scale-up.

Experience Level

Senior level. Manager: 6+ years of supply chain, sourcing, or procurement experience; Senior Manager: 8+ years. Direct semiconductor industry experience required.

Responsibilities

You will operate across technical, commercial, and operational areas to support product ramp and production.

• Source, evaluate, and procure third-party semiconductor IP (processor cores, SerDes PHYs, memory compilers, standard cell/I/O libraries, analog/power IP).
• Negotiate license fees, NRE, royalties, scope, renewals, and contract terms with vendors.
• Partner with design and verification engineers to assess IP for process node/foundry compatibility, silicon proof, deliverables, support, and vendor roadmaps.
• Manage logistics and trade operations: freight forwarders/carriers, international shipping of high-value goods, customs clearance, import/export documentation, duties, tariffs, and incoterms.
• Manage supplier relationships and vendor risk assessments, including financial and roadmap due diligence.
• Perform cost analysis and negotiation to optimize total cost of ownership.
• Create and maintain trackers, templates, and procedures to support supply chain operations and production ramps.
• Monitor risks, keep stakeholders informed, and escalate with recommended mitigation options.

Requirements

Must-have technical and operational qualifications.

• 6+ years (Manager) or 8+ years (Senior Manager) in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement with direct semiconductor industry experience (fabless, IDM, foundry, OSAT, IP vendor, or equipment).
• Proven experience sourcing, evaluating, and procuring semiconductor IP and negotiating commercial terms.
• Ability to evaluate IP technically and commercially with engineering partners (process compatibility, silicon proof, deliverables, vendor support).
• Strong logistics and trade operations experience for international shipping of high-value, sensitive goods.
• Working knowledge of chip design, manufacturing, packaging, test, and shipping sufficient to follow supplier and engineering discussions.
• Strong cost analysis, negotiation, and contract skills; practical legal familiarity is sufficient (formal legal training not required).
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills; discipline to build and maintain operational trackers and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; habit of proactive risk reporting and escalation.
• Comfort working independently in a fast-moving startup environment with a bias to get things done.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Professional certifications mentioned as preferred: APICS (CPIM, CSCP), CPSM; MBA listed as a preferred credential.

Nice-to-Have

Additional skills and experience that are beneficial but not required.

• Experience building processes at a startup or small company.
• Experience with export controls and ITAR in semiconductor or defense-adjacent environments.
• Experience with demand and supply planning, S&OP, and inventory management.
• Experience with high-mix, low-volume products or early production ramps.
• Experience with EDA tool licensing and familiarity with ERP/planning systems.

About the Company

Company: Efficient Computer

Headquarters: Austin, TX, USA

Developer of ultra-low-power general-purpose processors using patented technology that can consume up to 100x less energy than comparable ultra-low-power processors. Their programmable platform supports standard high-level languages and AI/ML frameworks to enable long-lived, battery-powered edge devices and energy-efficient SoCs for IoT and edge AI applications.