AVP/Sr. Director Supply Chain- Materials- Semiconductor

About The BusinessTata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components.Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.’Role in a nutshellLead the end‑to‑end material procurement and supply chain for a greenfield semiconductor wafer fab, ensuring uninterrupted availability, quality, compliance, and cost effectiveness of direct and indirect materials required for process qualification, ramp‑up, and steady‑state production.The role is accountable for building a world‑class, resilient, and compliant materials supply ecosystem from zero—covering chemicals, gases, consumables, wafers, reticles, spare parts, and cleanroom materials—while managing risks related to single sourcing, geopolitics, logistics, purity, and contamination controlResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership:Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and sustainability.Negotiate long-term contracts and secure critical material supplyDefine and execute global supply chain for fab‑wide materials sourcing strategy aligned to: Process of Record (POR), Ramp curve and capacity plansYield, variability, and contamination control requirementsAlign supply chain operations with organizational goals, technology roadmaps, and market demands.Establish single vs multi sourcing philosophy for each material category Develop local vs global sourcing roadmap with risk‑based segmentationSupplier selection and qualificationLead supplier identification, qualification, and onboarding for all fab materials Coordinate with Process Engineering, Quality, and EHS for: Material specificationsChange control (PCN/MCN)Contamination and defect risk assessmentEstablish Approved Vendor Lists (AVL) and Approved Material Lists (AML)Contracting & Commercial ManagementSecure critical material supply.Negotiate: Long‑term supply agreementsVolume commitments and price protectionConsignment and Vendor‑Managed Inventory (VMI)Yield‑linked and performance‑based pricingStructure contracts covering: Quality guaranteesSupply continuityChange notificationConfidentiality and IP protectionStart‑Up & Ramp‑Up ReadinessEnsure Day‑1 readiness for: Line qualification materialsProcess characterization lotsEngineering and monitor wafersBuild ramp‑synchronized material plans aligned to: Tool installation schedulesProcess releasesYield learning cyclesDevelop material buffers and safety stocks for ramp volatilityOperations, Inventory & Logistics management:Oversee planning, sourcing, inventory management, and distribution across multiple geographies.Establish material planning models integrated with: MES / ERP / MRPConsumption and yield dataImplement risk management frameworks to mitigate supply disruptions.Optimize: Inventory turnsShelf‑life managementCold storage and hazardous storageImplement cleanroom‑compatible material handling Risk Management & Supply ResilienceIdentify and mitigate risks related to: Single‑source materialsLong lead timesGeopolitical and logistics disruptionsDevelop: Alternate suppliersSubstitution strategies (qualified and pre‑approved)Emergency supply and expediting playbooksEHS & Regulatory ComplianceEnsure compliance with: Hazardous chemical and gas regulationsStorage, transport, and disposal normsImport/export and customs requirementsCoordinate approvals with: EHSFacilitiesGovernment and statutory bodiesBuild safe and compliant chemical and gas supply chainsInnovation & Transformation:Drive digitalization, predictive analytics, and automation in supply chain processes.Champion sustainability initiatives and compliance with global regulations.Implement and govern: ERP / MRP integrationSupplier portalsMaterial traceability and lot genealogyEnsure end‑to‑end visibility from supplier lot → fab lot → wafer lotLeadership & Collaboration:Lead cross-functional teams across procurement, logistics, and manufacturing.Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and finance to ensure seamless integration of supply chain strategies.Building Developing a world class material supply chain teamBuild a high-performance construction supply chain management team with an ability execute greenfield and brownfield fab projects.Develop a hiring, training, coaching/mentoring and retaining strategy to build organization capacity and capabilityDevelop a continuously learning and developing culture to build talent pipeline for near, mid- and long-term requirementsEnsure succession and career planning for each team members. Ensure learning and development opportunities for teams.Encourage diversity and inclusion as per corporate values and guidelines.Build and lead a high‑calibre materials supply chain team including: Category managersMaterial plannersSupplier quality engineersLogistics and compliance specialistsDefine capability development in: Semiconductor materials science basicsRisk managementSupplier negotiationsYield‑driven supply decisionsEssential Experience15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with at least 7 years in leadership roles.Proven track record in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing industries.Expertise in global procurement, supplier negotiations, and risk management.Experience in implementing advanced supply chain technologies (ERP, predictive analytics, AI-driven planning).Demonstrated success in managing multi-entity, cross-border supply chain operations.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, Materials Science, Supply Chain, or related field.Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.Strong knowledge of semiconductor materials, global trade regulations, and compliance standards.Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to drive transformation initiatives and deliver measurable business impact.

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