Director / Sr. Manager Foundry Sourcing

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 76214 

Description

The Technology and Manufacturing Group (TMG) at Skyworks is responsible for the development of all core technologies, operations, and quality while driving strategic enhancements in the way that Skyworks leverages vertical integration capabilities and manufacturing investments. TMG encompasses research and development, central engineering, quality, manufacturing, sourcing, and supply chain with the mission of building manufacturability into new technologies from inception. The organization is spearheading leading-edge industrial automation, best practices and analytics into all aspects of the operation and addresses the crucial demand for timely and flawless introduction of new technologies.  

The Director, External Sourcing is accountable for developing and executing Skyworks’ global foundry sourcing strategy to support current and future business growth. This role owns supplier strategy, commercial negotiations, capacity reservation, risk management, and executive‑level supplier relationships across specialty RF and mature technology nodes. The Director partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and long‑term technology alignment.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
•    Define and execute global foundry sourcing strategy aligned with company growth, technology roadmap and margin objectives.
•    Lead strategic relations with foundry partners serving as the executive point of contact.
•    Drive long term agreements, capacity reservations and technology access negotiations.
•    Owner of the Sourcing Grid (Establish clear sourcing segmentation , primary/secondary, node strategy, geographic diversification etc.)

Commercial & Contract Leadership
•    Own pricing strategy, cost models and negotiation frameworks across wafer / NPI pricing, NREs, mask costs and long-term wafer supply contracts. 
•    Lead complex commercial negotiations including volume commitments, rebates, capacity corridors and risk sharing structures.
•    Partner with Legal and Finance to structure contracts that balance flexibility, cost and wafer supply assurance.

Capacity Planning & Risk Management
•    Lead mid to long term capacity planning in collaboration with Operations, Supply Chain and Business Units.
•    Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to geopolitics capacity constraints, yield ramps, and technology transitions.
•    Develop contingency and dual sourcing strategies where feasible.

Cross Functional Leadership 
•    Act as key interface between foundry partners and internal engineering, product, and operations teams.
•    Ensure sourcing input is embedded early in product selection, design win and node migration decisions.
•    Align sourcing decisions with customer requirements and end market expectations.

Executive & Board Level Engagement
•    Present sourcing strategy, risk, and opportunities to senior leadership.
•    Provide clear insights on cost, capacity, and supply outlook to inform corporate planning.

Required Experience and Skills

•    Bachelor’s in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related to semiconductors (Master’s or MBA preferred ).
•    15+ years of experience in semiconductor sourcing, supply chain, foundry management.
•    Deep understanding of semiconductor operations, technology transitions, and cost drivers.
•    Proven track record of leading complex high value commercial negotiations.
•    Strong executive communication skills and ability to influence at C suite and supplier CEO level.

Desired Experience and Skills

•    Direct experience managing relationship with worldwide leading foundries.
•    Experience supporting high growth or scaling semiconductor business.
•    Experience in M&A.
•    Ability to manage across Asia and US.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is current