Sr Procurement Manager

Description

Job Purpose

Navitas Semiconductor (Nasdaq: NVTS) is a next-generation power semiconductor leader driving innovation in gallium nitride (GaN) and high-voltage silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Our products enable faster, more efficient power delivery across AI data centers, high-performance computing, energy and grid infrastructure, and industrial electrification.

With more than 30 years of combined expertise in wide bandgap technologies, GaNFast™ power ICs integrate GaN power, drive, control, sensing, and protection, delivering faster power delivery, higher system density, and greater efficiency. GeneSiC™ high-voltage SiC devices leverage patented trench-assisted planar technology to provide industry-leading voltage capability, efficiency, and reliability for medium-voltage grid and infrastructure applications.

We are seeking a Sr Procurement Manager to join our fast-growing, collaborative team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, energetic, and able to thrive in a high-growth, innovative environment, contributing directly to technologies that are shaping the future of power electronics.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

1. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Implement sourcing strategy across:
• OSAT (assembly, test, KGD, reliability)
• Test services (CP, WLBI, FT)
• Critical materials & packaging supply chain
• Drive multi-sourcing strategy, including non-China footprint expansion aligned with customer requirements
• Establish and manage supplier segmentation (strategic / preferred / transactional)

1. Commercial Negotiation & Cost Management

• Own commercial negotiations including:
• Pricing models (turnkey vs consignment)
• Volume-based cost roadmaps
• NRE structuring and amortization
• Deploy should-cost models (assembly, test, module-level, foundry)
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and prevent unjustified price increases
• Negotiate and implement:
• Long-term agreements (MSA)
• Capacity reservation and pricing frameworks

1. Supply Assurance & Risk Management

• Work with Supply Chain & Manufacturing to drive end-to-end supply visibility, including:
• Long-lead material mapping
• Supplier-owned inventory transparency
• Pipeline and on-hand coverage tracking
• Develop risk heatmaps across OSAT, foundry, and materials
• Establish capacity and allocation strategies for constrained environments

1. Cross-Functional Alignment

• Partner closely with:
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain (planning, S&OP alignment)
• R&D (NPI readiness, process alignment)
• Test Engineering (test strategy, cost drivers, yield improvement)
• Ensure procurement is embedded in:
• Capacity planning
• Material risk escalation
• Supplier scorecard
• Supplier performance reviews (QBRs)

1. Data & Governance

• Drive supplier data integration including:
• Price booklet update
• Yield, test, and quality data flows
• Supplier reporting (FTP/database integration)
• Establish governance frameworks for:
• Supplier quality agreements
• Change management (PCN, ECN)
• Performance tracking (KPIs, DPPM, yield)

1. Supplier Relationship & Executive Engagement

• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers
• Lead engagements and business reviews
• Align suppliers with Navitas’ long-term growth roadmap (AI, data center, grid applications)

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAO’s)

Experience

• 8–12+ years in sourcing/procurement within semiconductor or electronics industry
• Strong experience with:
• OSAT and/or foundry ecosystems
• Semiconductor supply chain (GaN, SiC preferred)
• Proven track record in:
• Complex negotiations
• Global supplier management
• Cost reduction and supply assurance

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of:
• Semiconductor manufacturing flow (wafer → assembly → test)
• Packaging technologies and cost drivers
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Analytical mindset (should-cost modeling, scenario analysis)