Senior Manager, Technology and Software Procurement

Intel Corporation•Santa Clara, CA

2d•$220,920 - $311,890•Hybrid

About The Position

As Senior Manager, Commercial IP and EDA Procurement, you will lead a team focused on enabling hardware engineering through strategic procurement and management of IP and EDA solutions. The role connects engineering innovation with business execution by overseeing the acquisition and lifecycle management of commercial IP and EDA software and hardware used in Research and Development, pilot lines, and high-volume manufacturing. You will help ensure a robust strategic supply chain for IP and EDA and contribute to Intel's technology advancements. The position leads procurement initiatives, develops sourcing and supplier strategies aligned with product and process technology roadmaps, negotiates and manages contracts, and partners with engineering and other functions to translate technical needs into procurement strategies. It also addresses supply continuity and risk, cost governance, and operational execution and compliance for IP and EDA agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
At least 10 years of professional experience in procurement, supply chain, or engineering leadership roles, with significant focus on semiconductor hardware, systems, or manufacturing.
Strong experience in Commercial IP and EDA procurement and negotiation.
Expertise in hardware engineering, systems enablement, and development processes, along with strategic sourcing for technical materials and services relating to IP and EDA.
Experience managing cross-functional teams and driving collaborative engineering and procurement efforts.
Ability to set clear goals, maintain accountability, and deliver results in negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance for technical commodities.
Proficiency in managing and optimizing engineering workflows and procurement processes, including should-cost modeling and risk mitigation for IP and EDA.

Nice To Haves

Experience with product lifecycle development, including feature enhancement and debugging, from a supply chain perspective for IP and EDA.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for team development and collaboration with internal and external partners.
Ability to inspire and motivate teams, driving innovation and growth in supplier technology enablement.
Knowledge of emerging trends in hardware engineering and IP/EDA, and familiarity with industry best practices in procurement and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

Lead a systems and hardware enablement team, setting clear goals and ensuring collaboration, accountability, and delivery of IP and EDA procurement initiatives.
Develop and execute strategic sourcing and supplier development plans for Commercial IP and EDA aligned with product and process technology roadmaps.
Negotiate and manage IP and EDA contracts to secure favorable technical and commercial terms, including pricing, lead time, and IP and confidentiality considerations.
Build and maintain supplier relationships with IP and EDA providers, promoting continuous improvement in cost, quality, capacity, and innovation.
Partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to translate technical specifications into procurement strategies and influence design decisions for IP and EDA solutions.
Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity of supply for critical IP and EDA assets through proactive strategies.
Contribute to cost governance and optimize total cost of ownership for IP and EDA solutions, identifying cost risks and opportunities.
Support operational execution, ensure contract compliance for IP and EDA agreements, and resolve issues across finance and legal.