Sr. Group Manager, Supply Chain

Identify and Develop Electromechanical/HLA Portfolio (Commercial off-the-shelf items, OEM, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic components, HLA's, Integration commodities) suppliers for Global Sourcing, alternate supplier identification, part & supplier qualification and costing of components. Deep knowledge of cost management. Value Engineering for cost savings. Exceptional Knowledge of Supplier base related to Electromechanical Portfolio. Initiate and lead efforts to identify and qualify second sources for material availability, cost reduction and reliability improvement. Influence and work collaboratively with supply chain and engineering stakeholders; develop supplier selection process for piece parts or outsourced assemblies and identify supply chain risks supporting sourcing decisions. Responsible for resolving discrepancies between suppliers and Lam team, creates and delivers presentations to program executives and CFT stakeholders. Fundamental understanding of should-cost or cost allocation & recognizes opportunities to improve product design for cost/quality/delivery by early supplier involvement. Min 15-18 years in Supply Chain Management/Commodity management in Engineering / Manufacturing Industry and > 10 Years in Commodity Management of Electromechanical, HLA, Integration commodity. Leading a team of Commodity managers/Supply Chain Managers in large manufacturing operations groups for MNC product-based company. Familiarity with Semiconductors, Electrical equipment Manufacturing or High-technology supply management practices, standards, and organizations. Business and technical background with an understanding of Commercial off-the-shelf items, OEM, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic components, HLA's, Integration commodities. Has managed other Managers and has previously been responsible for a group of >20 people. Proven ability to gain partnerships, excel working and leading in a cross-functional environment with supply chain teams, manufacturing, quality, and product engineers. Strong knowledge of global supply chain processes, commodity management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationships management. Proven experience of strong analytical and critical thinking skills with history of successful resolution, capability to drive transformation. Exhibit diligence, sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple tasks in fast paced environment. Exceptional Leadership, negotiation, decision making, stakeholder management, people management skills. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning - setting vision and objectives, creating strategies, forecasting, and budgeting. Demonstrated experience in talent and organization development. Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills and professional level of emotional intelligence necessary to achieve the desired objective deliverables. Excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills with ability to communicate cross-functionally and with various levels of the organization including Executives. Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain analytics tools Knowledge of manufacturing methods and commodities as related to cost structure. Familiar with and uses Quality Principles such as Lean, Six-Sigma, 8D etc. Experience in the capital equipment industry, e.g., semiconductors, medical equipment, construction equipment, etc. Proficient in Data Analytics & Presentation Skills Six sigma green belt or above is a plus. Supply chain certification or courses.