Strategic Commodity Mgr 4

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Singapore is seeking a Strategic Commodity Manager 4 to lead supplier development and outsourcing initiatives across major modules for the global supply chain. You will negotiate contracts, manage supplier performance, and drive cost savings while ensuring alignment with Lam's quality standards.

In this role, you’ll work with cross-functional teams, harness SAP systems, and build resilient supplier networks to support local and global business needs in a fast-paced, high-mix

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree with 5+ years in supply chain
• Experience in procurement and supplier management
• Ability to interpret technical documents (e.g. blueprints/BOM)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective negotiation and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Develop & deploy new suppliers for critical technology in a fast-paced environment to improve capacity flexibility and reduce lead time
• Develop plans and metrics for annual cost savings and supplier performance
• Maintain suppliers' core competencies to support local/global requirements and capacity plans
• Negotiate contracts and identify pricing inflection points
• Manage Lam liabilities at suppliers through claims and balance sheet reviews
• Manage working capital via lead time strategies including postponement and inventory stocking
• Conduct continuity planning and risk mitigation for supply base
• Evaluate cost and quality performance benchmarks and risks of suppliers
• Maintain knowledge of Lam’s quality management system and related procedures
• Coordinate and document progress reports for projects
• Take on ad-hoc duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

SAP proficiency

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Strategic Commodity Mgr 4

Date: Oct 4, 2026

Location: Singapore, SG-Singapore, SG

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

The 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 make

This position will be part of Lam Research Global Supply Chain Organization. The primary role is to develop and execute to the strategy for the Major Modules with the Remote Factories/ Contract Manufacturers within the supply chain organization. This role will be responsible for the development of new suppliers and maintaining the suppliers’ core competencies to support local and global business requirements. Portfolio also includes developing outsourcing capabilities for capacity flexibility and developing plans and metrics for annual cost savings.

What you’ll do

• Develop & deploy new suppliers for critical technology in a fast-paced, high mix, low volume environment for capacity flexibility & reducing lead time


• Development of plans & metrics for annual cost savings


• Develop & maintain suppliers’ core competencies to support local/global business requirements and their capacity plans & articulate constraints for long term planning


• Negotiate contracts (purchase agreements, ISA’s and etc.) and identify/execute on pricing inflection points


• Manage Lam liabilities at suppliers through claims and balance sheet review processes


• Manage Lam working capital through lead time strategies including postponement, consignment and inventory stocking strategies


• Continuity planning & risk mitigation


• Evaluate cost & quality performance benchmarks and risks associated with the preferred supply base selection


• Develop & maintain working knowledge of Lam’s quality management system and properly apply quality procedures and operating procedures as appropriate


• Receiving deemed exports of EAR or ITAR controlled technology


• Carry out technical and commercial projects and all other additional duties as assigned


• Write effective reports on development of progress of projects


• Take on ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the Immediate Supervisor

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor degree or equivalent with more than 5 years related experience in a supply chain role with progressive responsibility


• Proven ability to gain partnerships and excel on a cross-functional teams


• Experience in procurement and supplier management is desirable


• Ability to interpret technical documents (i.e. blueprints/drawings/BOM)


• Experience in using SAP system is a MUST


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with history of successful resolution


• Effective negotiation and interpersonal skills


• Ability to manage multiple processes and projects in fast paced environment with sense of urgency


• Team player, independent and meticulous

Our commitment

We 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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