Director, Tech Roadmapping & Global Supplier Strategy

Celestica; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 297,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a Director of Technology Roadmapping & Supplier Development to define and drive the long-term manufacturing technology strategy for next-generation products. You will synthesize market trends, customer roadmaps, and internal operations to identify gaps and build a world-class supplier ecosystem.

In this role you will collaborate with Front-End, Back-End and Test managers, chair technology steering committees, and lead phase-exit reviews to ensure flawless execution of

Qualifications

• 12+ years in high-tech hardware environments with leadership in roadmapping or supplier development.
• Strong ability to synthesize market trends, customer roadmaps and manufacturing realities.
• Proven track record presenting multi-year technology strategies to executives.

Responsibilities

• Strategic technology roadmapping & market intelligence.
• Benchmark internal boundaries against future requirements to identify gaps.
• Develop and manage global supplier networks for tooling and processes.
• Collaborate with Front-End, Back-End and Test managers to align capabilities.
• Lead technology phase-exit reviews and governance with executive oversight.
• Mentor staff and foster a data-driven culture.

Skills

Technical breadth

Ecosystem network

Executive presence

Education

Master's or PhD in Engineering/Materials/Tech Management

Job description

Celestica is seeking a Director of Technology Roadmapping & Supplier Development to define and drive the long-term manufacturing technology strategy for next-generation products. You will synthesize market trends, customer roadmaps, and internal operations to identify gaps and build a world-class supplier ecosystem.

In this role you will collaborate with Front-End, Back-End and Test managers, chair technology steering committees, and lead phase-exit reviews to ensure flawless execution of