**Company Description** Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. **Job Description** The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for sourcing of Assembly & Packaging equipment used in the manufacturing of Flash memory storage devices. The scope of this position will cover all aspects of strategic sourcing including sourcing strategy development, supplier relationships, contract management, cost optimization, risk management and market research and intelligence. The manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders including engineering, planning, finance and legal and act as procurement ambassador to the business to ensure a complete alignment and deep understanding of the business goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: **A. Sourcing Strategy Development** + Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals and technology requirements. + Analyze market trends, industry best practices, and supplier capabilities to identify strategic opportunities and demonstrating a high-level of technical acumen. **B. Supplier Relationships & Contract Management** + Lead supplier relationship by creating strong connections with our key suppliers to enhance technology collaboration and ensure a reliable supply chain + Oversee the complete contract life cycle, from leading contract negotiations of terms and conditions to ensuring advantageous agreements, to managing contract expirations **C. Cost Optimization** + Conduct cost analysis to identify areas for cost reduction and implement strategies to optimize procurement processes + Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve cost-saving targets **D. Risk Management** + Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation plans to ensure continuity of supply + Stay informed about market dynamics, geopolitical factors, and other variables that may impact the supply chain **E. Market Research & Intelligence** + Monitor industry trends, supplier performance, and technological advancements to stay ahead of market changes + Provide regular reports and updates on market conditions and potential impacts on sourcing strategies **F. Collaboration with Internal Stakeholders** + Collaborate with various departments such as finance, operations, and quality assurance to understand their sourcing needs + Ensure alignment between sourcing strategies and overall business objectives **Qualifications** REQUIRED: + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering with 15+ years of industry experience related to manufacturing of semiconductor or electronic devices. + 10+ years of experience in Strategic sourcing & Procurement of capital equipment used to manufacture semiconductor or electronic devices PREFERRED: + Prior experience in sourcing of Assembly & Packaging equipment for Flash memory or DRAM devices is preferred. + Good understanding of Supplier base that provide equipment solutions to Memory industry SKILLS: + Highly analytical individual with ability to work well in a high-pace dynamic environment + Ability to address unclear work objectives, translating ambiguous tasks into actionable plans by facilitating clarification with stakeholders and technical leaders + Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly articulate complex information to diverse audiences. + Strong interpersonal skills to effectively facilitate discussions, build consensus, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. + Ability to execute independently with minimal supervision. + Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint **Additional Information** Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@sandisk.com (staffingsupport@wdc.com) to advise us of your accommodation request. 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