Head of Sourcing
Experts Group International
A leading global technology manufacturer serving high-growth industrial and advanced electronics markets is seeking an experienced Head of Semiconductor Equipment Sourcing to lead a critical procurement function supporting wafer fabrication operations.
This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an accomplished sourcing professional with deep semiconductor industry expertise and a strong track record of supplier management, commercial negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration.
The Opportunity
Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for front-end semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You will play a key role in supporting capacity expansion, technology development, and long-term business growth while ensuring cost-effective procurement and strong supplier partnerships.
The successful candidate will lead a high-performing sourcing team, influence capital investment decisions, and work closely with engineering, operations, finance, and manufacturing stakeholders to align sourcing activities with technical and commercial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for wafer fabrication equipment in line with business objectives, technology roadmaps, and manufacturing capacity plans.
- Partner with engineering, operations, manufacturing, and finance teams to ensure sourcing decisions support technical requirements, operational goals, and budget expectations.
- Lead complex commercial negotiations with equipment suppliers, securing optimal pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and long-term value.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key equipment vendors to support innovation, supply continuity, and future growth initiatives.
- Drive supplier performance management through measurable KPIs, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead, develop, and mentor a sourcing team, establishing clear objectives, accountability, and professional development plans.
- Support capital investment planning and equipment procurement strategies for technology upgrades and manufacturing expansion projects.
- Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to identify opportunities and mitigate potential supply chain risks.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 12 years' experience within semiconductor manufacturing, procurement, sourcing, or process engineering environments.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes, including areas such as lithography, etch, deposition, metrology, or related manufacturing technologies.
- Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing initiatives and managing complex supplier relationships.
- Proven ability to work effectively across technical, operational, and commercial functions.
- Strong commercial acumen with extensive experience negotiating high-value capital equipment agreements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.
- Experience managing and developing high-performing teams within a global organisation is highly desirable.
Apply today or contact James Bennett for more information.
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