Sr Technical Business Developer

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, you will serve as a technical procurement authority and key individual contributor, specializing in capital equipment sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end capital equipment sourcing across multiple advanced product portfolios, including supplier identification, market analysis, RFQ/RFP execution, total cost of ownership modeling, and award decisions for equipment, automation systems, tooling, and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement sourcing approaches that optimize cost efficiency while advancing technical capabilities.
• Lead complex negotiations with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and service providers, structuring commercial agreements covering pricing, payment terms, warranties, SLAs, and long-lead-time components. Manage the full contract lifecycle including amendments, renewals, and dispute resolution.
• Develop sourcing frameworks, standard operating procedures, and operating mechanisms that scale with the organization. Support and mentor sourcing managers and buyers through technical guidance.
• Establish and manage supplier performance programs, including scorecards, SLAs, and regular business reviews.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through dual-sourcing strategies, should-cost models, and contingency planning.
• Support material planning, inventory strategy, and spare parts availability. Drive cost optimization initiatives with demonstrated results.
• Align equipment procurement timelines with site milestones and schedules in close partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Serve as a procurement subject matter expert in cross-functional planning forums. Influence leadership on strategic direction and investment decisions related to the supply chain.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, or procurement in an industrial automation or similar technical environment.
• Experience managing CAPEX procurement programs and vendor portfolios for complex environments, including equipment, automation, and tooling.
• Experience leading contract negotiations with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, or construction contractors for agreements of significant value.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies, procurement frameworks, or standard operating procedures.
• Technical background or demonstrated experience in automation or new product introduction.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience in automation, semiconductors, high-tech, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Six Sigma, Lean, or other continuous improvement certifications.
• Experience managing significant CAPEX budgets with demonstrated cost optimization results.
• Experience mentoring or guiding cross-functional teams in a technical product development environment.
• Ability to influence leadership on strategic sourcing and investment decisions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and optional supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support.
• Medical Advice Line and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.

Pay

Base salary range: $147,900.00 - $200,100.00 USD annually. Additional compensation may include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).