Remote Supply Chain Leader - Semiconductors & Photonics

Neara; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenLight, a fast-growing silicon photonics company, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to drive and scale operations. You will own supplier relationships across epitaxial growth, wafer fabrication, OSAT, and packaging, coordinating with engineering and leadership to ensure timely ramp and quality.

The role requires 10+ years in semiconductor supply chain, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in supply chain or operations in semiconductor/photonics.
• Familiarity with wafer fabrication, epitaxial growth, or compound semiconductor manufacturing.
• Experience managing backend processes (OSAT, dicing, bumping).
• Strong negotiation and communication with suppliers’ engineering and commercial teams.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supplier relationships across EPI, Fab, OSAT, PCB, packaging and assembly.
• Manage purchase orders, lead times, and capacity with key suppliers.
• Collaborate with product management and sales to forecast demand and lead times.
• Develop supply forecasts aligned with engineering roadmaps and ramp plans.
• Identify supply risks and drive mitigation strategies.
• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, and terms with suppliers.
• Lead quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers and track performance.
• Coordinate new supplier qualification with process and quality teams.
• Maintain accurate supply chain data and inventory levels.
• Support engineering teams with material availability for R&D and pilot runs.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance.

Skills

Semiconductor experience

Wafer fabrication

OSAT/packaging knowledge

Forecasting

Negotiation

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Supply Chain

Tools

Arena

Job description

OpenLight, a fast-growing silicon photonics company, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to drive and scale operations. You will own supplier relationships across epitaxial growth, wafer fabrication, OSAT, and packaging, coordinating with engineering and leadership to ensure timely ramp and quality.

The role requires 10+ years in semiconductor supply chain, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple suppliers in a fast-paced environment.