Procurement

Nova • Fremont, CA

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About The Position

Nova is seeking a Procurement Director to lead the company’s procurement function and strategic sourcing initiatives across the organization. The role oversees direct procurement of materials and components used in product manufacturing, as well as indirect procurement of goods and services that support business operations, including facilities, IT, and other corporate functions. The director develops and executes procurement strategies, manages supplier relationships, optimizes costs, and collaborates across departments and divisions to meet production and business objectives. The role supports reliable and efficient supply, operational excellence, product quality, cost efficiency, and Nova’s business success.

Nova is a global provider of metrology solutions for process control in semiconductor manufacturing. Its approximately 1,200 employees work across three R&D centers and 27 field offices, developing hardware and software solutions using fields such as physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience managing a procurement team in a multidisciplinary industry within a global company.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic-thinking skills.
• Excellent leadership and team-management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of supply-chain management, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all organizational levels.
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable strategies.
• Creative and strategic thinking and a strong problem-solving mindset.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or an advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and strategic sourcing strategies to acquire materials cost-effectively and on time.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve value and supply security.
• Work with R&D, manufacturing, legal, and other departments to understand material requirements, specifications, and legal considerations.
• Conduct cost analyses to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supply-chain disruptions, material shortages, and quality issues.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
• Measure procurement activities and supplier performance.
• Lead and develop procurement professionals through guidance, training, and performance management.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director