Supplier Management: Substrate Tier 2/3

About This Role

• The Role and Impact As a Supplier Manager for Tier 2/3 substrate suppliers, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing cutting-edge strategies that ensure Intel's supply chain remains ahead of industry demands.
• Industry constraints for t-glass, substrate core, build up film, MLCC, and other substrate ingredients are risking our ability to supply substrates and support Intel revenue.
• This role will work face to face with these suppliers who sell to our substrate suppliers and ensure we are proactively managing near-term and long term supply to ensure a healthy, competitive supply chain for substrates.
• The majority of these suppliers are based in Japan, requiring fluent Japanese and the ability to work from Intel's Tokyo office.
• Business group This role is part of Intel's Supply Chain organization, which is dedicated to driving innovation and operational excellence across Intel's global business.
• The team manages strategic sourcing and procurement activities, ensuring optimal supplier partnerships to support Intel's technology and business goals.
• With a focus on fostering collaboration and aligning strategies across engineering, finance, and legal teams, the group plays a crucial role in enabling Intel's success in a dynamic and competitive market.
• Key Responsibilities Develop and implement tier 2/3 strategies tailored to Intel's unique substrate needs and technology roadmaps.
• Drive supplier development and foster collaborative relationships to ensure cost-effective and innovative supply chain solutions.
• Conduct sourcing strategy reviews to manage market disruptions and ensure business continuity.
• Influence technical design decisions, negotiate technical contract terms with suppliers, and shape aligned roadmaps.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with cross-functional teams to acquire materials and services that meet technical specifications and cost requirements.
• Lead sustainability initiatives and regulatory compliance efforts, ensuring supplier adherence to Intel's procurement policies.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define product requirements and optimize technology solutions.
• Partner with finance and legal teams to resolve disputes and implement risk mitigation strategies.