Strategic Commodity Mgr 4

Requisition ID

201670

Date posted

08/06/2026

Work Location Model

On-site Flex

Work Location

Singapore-SG-Singapore

Work Country

Singapore

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

This position will be part of Lam Research Global Supply Chain Organization. The primary role is to develop and execute to the strategy for the Major Modules with the Remote Factories/ Contract Manufacturers within the supply chain organization. This role will be responsible for the development of new suppliers and maintaining the suppliers’ core competencies to support local and global business requirements. Portfolio also includes developing outsourcing capabilities for capacity flexibility and developing plans and metrics for annual cost savings.

What you’ll do

Develop & deploy new suppliers for critical technology in a fast-paced, high mix, low volume environment for capacity flexibility & reducing lead time

Development of plans & metrics for annual cost savings

Develop & maintain suppliers’ core competencies to support local/global business requirements and their capacity plans & articulate constraints for long term planning

Negotiate contracts (purchase agreements, ISA’s and etc.) and identify/execute on pricing inflection points

Manage Lam liabilities at suppliers through claims and balance sheet review processes

Manage Lam working capital through lead time strategies including postponement, consignment and inventory stocking strategies

Continuity planning & risk mitigation

Evaluate cost & quality performance benchmarks and risks associated with the preferred supply base selection

Develop & maintain working knowledge of Lam’s quality management system and properly apply quality procedures and operating procedures as appropriate

Receiving deemed exports of EAR or ITAR controlled technology

Carry out technical and commercial projects and all other additional duties as assigned

Write effective reports on development of progress of projects

Take on ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the Immediate Supervisor

Who we’re looking for

Bachelor degree or equivalent with more than 5 years related experience in a supply chain role with progressive responsibility

Proven ability to gain partnerships and excel on a cross-functional teams

Experience in procurement and supplier management is desirable

Ability to interpret technical documents (i.e. blueprints/drawings/BOM)

Experience in using SAP system is a MUST

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with history of successful resolution

Effective negotiation and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple processes and projects in fast paced environment with sense of urgency

Team player, independent and meticulous

Preferred qualifications

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.