Job Description

The Group You\'ll Be A Part OfThe Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam\'s business.The Impact You\'ll MakeThe Strategic Commodity Manager will work collaboratively with Supply Chain Business Managers and Supplier Engineering & Technology group to strategize, organize and control business/contracts/negotiations for strategic acquisition of materials and services of technical or contractual nature within Global Supply Chain.This Strategic Commodity Manager will be responsible for analytically formulating supply base strategy, driving supplier contract management, conducting supplier negotiations and executing comprehensive supplier management strategies based on semiconductor technology landscapes and global business environments within our fabrication supply chain commodity.What You\'ll Do

• Primary focus on supply chain management strategies/maintenance such as consignment, ISA, contracting and project management strategies such as supplier exits, transition ramp up/down plans.
• Responsible for the business relationship with the supplier and act as an escalation point for both internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Represents strategic commodity management on a cross-functional strategic commodity team that focuses on supply challenges and ensures internal/external customer needs are satisfied. Works cross-functionally with product, manufacturing and quality engineers as well as procurement, finance, and product support.
• Define and monitor metrics in line with AOP (annual operating plan) objectives relative to supplier performance against these expectations to ensure continuous supplier improvement; then drives cross functional teams to address and close gaps to meet objectives.
• Regularly evaluate cost, quality, delivery performance and service level, and the risks associated with the preferred supply base selection. Develop and apply a strategic commodity plan to define a preferred supplier base for fabrication commodities.
• Encourage and coordinate early supplier involvement on new product designs using the suppliers\' expertise to optimize quality, cost, manufacturability and supply chain initiatives

Who We\'re Looking For

• Bachelor\'s degree and/or MBA in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations, Engineering, or related degree
• Eight (8) years of commodity management experience.
• 3 years of working experience in the Semiconductor Equipment industry is a plus.
• Strong experiences in negotiating various types of contractual agreements.
• Demonstrated experience working successfully in a matrix organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience giving presentations and interaction with director reports, cross-functional teams, and senior leadership
• Proficient on Excel and Power Point, and SAP

Our CommitmentWe believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company\'s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. \'On-site Flex\' you\'ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. \'Virtual Flex\' you\'ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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