Strategic Sourcing Lead, AI Hardware & IP Tools

Tenstorrent; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenstorrent is seeking a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Engineering Infrastructure, to lead procurement strategy for the design ecosystem, including IP licensing, EDA/CAD tools, and critical semiconductor components.

The role requires independent ownership of complex deals and direct interaction with vendor executives and senior leadership. The position supports hybrid or remote work and is based out of Santa Clara, CA; Austin, TX; or Toronto, ON, with offers aligned to experience level.

Qualifications

• Deep procurement expertise in semiconductor design ecosystems—specifically IP licensing, EDA/CAD tools, or equivalent technology sourcing experience.
• Proven ability to lead complex contract negotiations and drive sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and innovation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to translate technical requirements into vendor recommendations for leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead complex vendor negotiations and drive closure of multidimensional engagements.
• Own procurement strategy for the design ecosystem and tool sourcing enabling global engineering teams.
• Build and maintain credibility with vendor executives and internal stakeholders, including the C-suite

Skills

Strategic negotiation

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

Tools

EDA tools

CAD tools

IP licensing

Job description

Tenstorrent is seeking a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Engineering Infrastructure, to lead procurement strategy for the design ecosystem, including IP licensing, EDA/CAD tools, and critical semiconductor components.

The role requires independent ownership of complex deals and direct interaction with vendor executives and senior leadership. The position supports hybrid or remote work and is based out of Santa Clara, CA; Austin, TX; or Toronto, ON, with offers aligned to experience level.