Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Leader

About Us

AttoTude is developing next-generation AI infrastructure and networking technologies designed to dramatically improve the reliability and economics of AI interconnect systems. We are building advanced hardware systems spanning semiconductors, advanced packaging and next generation cable technology.

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain leader to build and lead critical sourcing, supplier management, and supply chain operations across our rapidly growing hardware organization.

Position Summary

The Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain leader will own strategic supplier relationships, sourcing strategy, procurement operations, and supply continuity initiatives across semiconductor, networking, electronics, optics, mechanical, and manufacturing categories.

This leader will play a foundational role in building AttoTude’s global supply chain organization and operational infrastructure while supporting product development, new product introduction (NPI), manufacturing ramp, and long-term scaling. The ideal candidate combines deep commercial and operational expertise with strong technical understanding of semiconductor and hardware supply chains.

This role requires close collaboration with engineering, operations, finance, manufacturing partners, and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

Strategic Supply Chain Leadership

Develop and execute the company’s overall strategic sourcing and supply chain strategy

Build and scale sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and supply planning functions

Establish scalable procurement policies, systems, metrics, and operational processes

Drive long-term supplier partnerships and strategic sourcing initiatives across key hardware categories

Develop supply continuity, allocation management, and multi-source strategies for critical components

Lead executive-level supplier engagement and escalation management

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

Identify, qualify, negotiate, and manage global suppliers and manufacturing partners

Lead sourcing activities across semiconductors, networking silicon, optics, PCBAs, connectors, memory, power systems, mechanicals, and related hardware categories

Drive supplier performance management, quality improvements, cost optimization, and delivery execution

Establish supplier scorecards, business reviews, and operational KPIs

Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, capacity reservations, inventory strategies, tooling, NRE, and long-term supply agreements

Manage contract manufacturers, EMS partners, ODMs, and strategic vendors

Cross-Functional Hardware Operations

Partner with hardware engineering on BOM strategy, approved vendor lists (AVL), component lifecycle management, and sourcing risk assessments

Support engineering builds and NPI phases including EVT, DVT, PVT, and production ramp

Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to ensure supply readiness and execution

Work closely with finance on budgeting, forecasting, cost modeling, inventory planning, and supplier commitments

Support logistics, international sourcing, import/export, and operational scaling activities

Supply Chain Risk & Market Intelligence

Monitor semiconductor, networking, and electronics markets for lead time trends, allocation risks, pricing changes, tariffs, and geopolitical impacts

Develop contingency plans for constrained supply environments and single-source dependencies

Assess supplier financial health, manufacturing concentration risks, and operational resiliency

Lead crisis management activities related to supply disruptions or shortages

Team Leadership

Build and mentor sourcing, procurement, and supply chain personnel over time

Create a high-performance, execution-oriented operational culture

Drive accountability, operational rigor, and cross-functional alignment across the organization

Preferred Categories of Experience

Strong experience in one or more of the following areas is highly preferred:

AI infrastructure

Networking hardware

Datacenter systems

Semiconductor / ASIC supply chains

Optical networking / photonics

PCB/PCBA manufacturing

EMS / ODM / OEM manufacturing environments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field

10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or hardware operations

Significant experience in semiconductor, networking, electronics, or hardware industries

Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management expertise

Experience managing global suppliers and manufacturing operations, particularly in Asia

Strong understanding of semiconductor and electronics supply chain dynamics, including allocation environments and manufacturing processes

Experience supporting NPI, hardware development, and production ramp activities

Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced startup environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience scaling supply chain operations in a startup or high-growth environment

Experience working with networking OEMs, semiconductor companies, or advanced hardware startups

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement infrastructure

MBA or advanced technical degree is a plus

Personal Characteristics

Strategic thinker with strong operational execution capability

Highly proactive, resourceful, and hands-on

Strong leadership presence and executive communication skills

Excellent negotiation and relationship management abilities

Comfortable operating in ambiguous and rapidly evolving environments

Strong cross-functional collaboration and decision-making skills

Annual Salary Range

$175,000 — $250,000 USD