🚀 Sr. Sourcing Manager

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area: Operations Group, Operations Group > Sourcing

General Summary: Qualcomm's EDA and Third-Party IP Sourcing Team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr. Sourcing Manager to source and manage Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for both front‑end and back‑end design flows. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and extensive experience in sourcing EDA tools or serving as a Technical Manager for EDA products within a fabless design company.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing and Procurement: Identify, evaluate, and procure EDA tools that meet the technical and operational requirements of Qualcomm's Global CAD Team.
• Vendor Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with EDA tool vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor performance to ensure the best value and service for Qualcomm.
• Strategic Technical Expertise: Provide technical insights and sourcing roadmap to the team, ensuring that the selected EDA tools align with the design flow requirements and enhance productivity.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and finance, to ensure seamless integration and utilization of EDA tools.
• Market Analysis: Stay updated on the latest trends and developments in the EDA industry, and provide recommendations for new tools and technologies that can benefit Qualcomm's design processes.
• Compliance: Ensure that all sourcing activities comply with Qualcomm's policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in sourcing EDA tools or serving as a Technical Manager for EDA products within a fabless design company.
• Technical Skills: Strong technical knowledge of EDA tools and their application in front‑end and back‑end design flows.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make data‑driven decisions.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of sourcing or related work experience. OR Associate’s degree and 10+ years of sourcing or related work experience. OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 12+ years of sourcing or related work experience. *Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master’s = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; 4+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization; 4+ years in a leadership role with or without direct reports (only applies to positions with direct reports); 3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Sr. Director level and above); 2+ years of working with cost projection and management.

EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Pay range: $151,500.00 - $227,300.00. Qualcomm offers a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and RSU grants, along with a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, review Qualcomm US benefits at the provided link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.