Global Semiconductor Sourcing Strategist

Bose Corporation, U.S.A; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 138,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bose Corporation in Framingham, MA seeks a Senior Semiconductor Sourcing Manager to drive global sourcing strategies for semiconductors, partnering with hardware, firmware, and product teams to optimize cost, lead times, and supply continuity.

The role requires deep semiconductor market knowledge and experience in executive communications, supplier negotiations, and risk management. Travel up to 15% may be involved.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in semiconductor sourcing or related high-tech field.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor industry, embedded systems.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to read BOMs, roadmaps, and product requirements.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business.

Responsibilities

• Lead global sourcing and commodity strategies for semiconductors.
• Evaluate suppliers on hardware and software ecosystem maturity.
• Assess total value including pricing, licensing, and lifecycle costs.
• Partner with Hardware, Embedded Software, Firmware, and Product teams.
• Lead supplier selection and commercial negotiations.
• Identify supplier risks and mitigation strategies.
• Drive strategic supplier partnerships for long-term development.
• Lead QBRs/EBRs and present to executives.
• Collaborate with cost engineering to model costs.
• Oversee product supply chain from escalation to continuity.
• Travel up to 15%.

Skills

Semiconductor sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Cost management

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Global environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bose Corporation in Framingham, MA seeks a Senior Semiconductor Sourcing Manager to drive global sourcing strategies for semiconductors, partnering with hardware, firmware, and product teams to optimize cost, lead times, and supply continuity.

The role requires deep semiconductor market knowledge and experience in executive communications, supplier negotiations, and risk management. Travel up to 15% may be involved.