NPD Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain / Commodity ManagerThe Supply Chain / Commodity Manager is responsible for ensuring seamless execution within the assigned area of Ichor’s supply chain. The Supply Chain Manager will participate in setting the strategic direction of the supply chain organization and passionately drive continuous improvements that exceed internal and external customer expectations. This versatile, broad based, highly matrixed operations role is an opportunity to develop and own a supply chain that optimizes delivery, cash flow, and the cost of goods sold for assigned commodities, products, or projects. Candidates will support key initiatives in one or more of three key functions: Supplier Management, Supply Chain Project Management, and New Product Development (NPD). Roles & ResponsibilitiesSupplier ManagementDevelops commodity strategies and oversees the selection and management of suppliers in line with the strategy.Manages key supplier relationships, focusing on cost optimization, continuity of supply and resolution of problems in addition to supplier technology roadmaps, and supplier onboarding.Ensures adequate capacity in the supply chain for assigned commodities / suppliers, coordinating forecasts, and addressing end-of-life requirements.Defines sourcing contracts/supply agreements including JDA’s and MSA’s, ensuring alignment with flow-down requirements, capacity, cost, and commercial needs.Implements Demand Driven MRP (DDMRP) programs such as Kanban and safety stock replenishment contracts, including analysis, coordinates ERP system setup, and ensures contractual alignment.Collaborates with relevant functions on first article plans for second sourcing and initial qualification.Oversees supplier management process, improving key supplier performance metrics through audits, qualifications, scorecards, and improvement plans.Role requires 10% Annual travel domestic and international.Supply Chain Project ManagementIdentifies or is assigned to lead continuous improvement opportunities across the global supply chain Drives process improvements and resolves complex supply chain issues.Other duties as assigned.New Product DevelopmentEnsure NPD BOM items are purchased at lead time through, coordinating demand load with Business Units and Planning (MRP, Independent demand or Indirect Purchase Requisitions)Provides sourcing direction and coordinates RFQ packages with the support of Buyers and Global Supply ManagersCoordinates PO tracking through BuyersECO analysis, approval, and coordination of implementation to the supply chain for new productsEnsure pre BOM alignment on product structure and related sourcing strategy for commodities and lead times are agreed on and understood by the product development team and documented as the plan of recordParticipates in defining engineering milestones for design completion (aligned to build plan) (sub-assemblies, commodities, and cost reduction opportunities) to enable low cost regional sourcingWorks with Manufacturing Engineering to set up BOM structures and sourcing parametersOn assigned products, responsible for tracking and driving:Cost reduction plans and actions including optimization of cost for turnkey assembliesDevelops product specific cost reduction roadmaps Understands and can demonstrate, diagram, and measure all value-add activities in a products value chainLeadershipWithin project teams foster a culture of accountability & commitment to stated goals and objectives. Ensure an organizational culture of transparent communication, early visibility / escalation of issues, and urgency for corrective action by emphasizing root cause understanding and continuous improvement.Key MetricsSupply base consolidation and optimizationOn time deliveryNew product time to marketMeasurable Improvements in operational efficienciesSupplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)Material AvailabilityLead Time ReductionCost Reduction / Cost AvoidanceSupplier Quality PerformanceDual Source Qualification CompletionProduct Gross Margin ImprovementSupply Chain Risk MitigationSkillsStrong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsAbility to maintain executive level relationships with suppliers of assigned commoditiesStrong leader, self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented, hands-on and results driven.Ability to influence cross functional teams including technical decision makersComplete knowledge of all aspects of purchasing, supplier selection, cost analysis and negotiation, planning, master scheduling and program managementWork independently in fast paced environmentContract management, negotiation and implementationAbility to concisely communicate escalations, requirements and issues to suppliers, stakeholders, peers and upper management with clarityExperience working in ERP & PLM systems; Oracle & Agile PreferredEducation and Required ExperienceBachelor degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations management, or a related field required. MBA or advanced degree preferred.Prefer a candidate that has experience across several operational disciplines in a new product development environment. Candidate will possess extensive experience in a minimum of two skills in the following areas: procurement, planning, production management, master scheduling, factory engineering, logistics and program management.Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, operations, procurement, planning, or New Product Development (NPD) environments. Candidates with 10+ years of progressive operations and supply chain experience are strongly preferred.Strong understanding of contract manufacturing environment and management of global commodity strategies through a third party providerProven record of managing and driving Continuous Process Improvement activities. Strong analytical skills, ability to identify root cause for action/resolution Ichor is an experienced leader in the critical subsystems and turnkey process equipment marketplace. Our capabilities enable the design and creation of a complete outsourced solution ranging from product concept to turnkey manufacturing to legacy service. Ichor offers world-class process engineering, value added manufacturing, materials management and testing capabilities. Our 1500+ employees are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams. Our continued expansion of capabilities in South East Asia better aligns our production facilities with our customers' supply chain strategies. This further enables our expansion into new products and markets. Ichor is headquartered in Fremont, California with manufacturing locations in Oregon, Texas, Singapore, Malaysia and the UK. Our sales and engineering office is strategically located in Silicon Valley, California. Ichor is the experienced leader in the critical subsystems and turnkey process equipment marketplace. Our capabilities enable the design and creation of a complete outsourced solution ranging from product concept to manufacturing to legacy service. Ichor offers world-class process engineering, manufacturing, materials management, and testing capabilities. Our 1,400+ employees worldwide are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams. We have a friendly, business-oriented environment and offer a comprehensive benefits plan that includes, medical, dental, vision, health savings account, paid time off, life insurance, short term disability and 401K with generous employer match. Ichor Systems provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Ichor Systems will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-06