Leader, Supplier Management

Application window expected to close on 11/17/2026; posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or a sufficient number of applications are received.

About the role

The Material Management Leader is responsible for developing and executing the material strategy required to support the company’s optical transceiver business in a highly dynamic and capacity‑constrained supply environment. This leader owns end‑to‑end material planning, supply assurance, inventory strategy, supplier allocation management, and material readiness across the optical transceiver supply chain. The role partners closely with Demand Planning, Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Product Management, Sales, Finance, contract manufacturers, and strategic suppliers to balance customer demand, available supply, inventory investment, and business risk.

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Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end material management strategy for optical transceiver products, from semiconductor and optical components through final assembly; ensure material availability supports production plans, customer commitments, product ramps, and revenue objectives; maintain visibility into component lead times, supplier capacity, allocation status, and material risk.
• Translate demand forecasts, customer requirements, backlog, and upside opportunities into executable material plans; partner with Demand Planning and Sales to challenge demand assumptions and distinguish forecast signals from actionable material requirements; lead material planning inputs into S&OP