Skyworks Solutions, Inc. · 5 hours ago
Director, Supply Chain
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$143K/yr - $286K/yr
10+ years expSkyworks Solutions, Inc. is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors powering the wireless networking revolution. They are seeking a Director of Global Capacity Planning to lead backend wafer processing and assembly operations planning across their global semiconductor manufacturing network, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts and optimizing cost and operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Strategic Capacity Planning: Develop and execute global capacity strategies for backend operations (wafer processing, assembly, packaging, test), ensuring alignment with business forecasts, product ramps, and technology roadmaps
Global Network Optimization: Drive capacity allocation across internal sites and OSAT partners to optimize efficiency, service levels, and cost competitiveness while mitigating risk
Forecasting & Scenario Modeling: Build robust models for demand/supply balancing, scenario planning, and contingency strategies to support product ramps, customer demand shifts, and geopolitical or supply chain disruptions
Capacity Models: Design, build, and maintain robust capacity planning models to forecast resource (e.g., staffing, infrastructure, production), utilize advanced statistical analysis, simulation, and data modeling techniques to accurately predict resource requirements, collaborate with various departments to gather relevant data, validate assumptions, and ensure models accurately reflect business reality
Data & Capacity Model Enhancements: Evaluate existing capacity models for complexity and identify opportunities for simplification and streamlining, develop and implement strategies to reduce model complexity while maintaining accuracy and capturing essential insights, introduce automation and optimization techniques to improve model efficiency and reduce manual effort
S&OP & LTF Facilitation: Support monthly Sales and Operating Planning (S&OP) and quarterly Long-Term Forecast (LTF) cycles, gathering relevant data and preparing for meetings, facilitate discussions between BU, Sales, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders during meetings to balance demand and supply, considering all relevant constraints, document assumptions, promotions, and adjustments to forecasts, ensuring alignment across departments, collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement in S&OP/LTF processes, leveraging data and best practices
OSAT & Internal Site Management: Partner closely with OSAT vendors and internal sites to understand real-time capacity, cycle times, and bottlenecks; identify opportunities for debottlenecking and productivity improvements
Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, and Finance to align capacity strategies with new product introductions (NPI), business goals, and investment plans
Data & Systems Management: Lead the implementation and optimization of capacity planning tools, data models, and reporting systems; ensure accuracy and consistency of critical data inputs and KPIs
Investment & Capital Planning: Provide inputs into CapEx planning for backend operations; support make-vs-buy analysis and strategic outsourcing decisions
Risk Management & Business Continuity: Assess global risks and develop contingency plans to ensure operational resilience across all AT operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field; Master's or MBA preferred
10–15+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on backend operations, capacity planning, or supply chain strategy
Deep knowledge of backend AT processes (wirebond, flip-chip, WLCSP, final test, burn-in, etc.) and OSAT ecosystem
Proven experience managing global manufacturing or OSAT networks
Expertise in planning tools (e.g., Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Anaplan) and advanced Excel/data modeling
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; able to work through ambiguity and complexity
Exceptional cross-functional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Preferred
Direct experience with semiconductor test engineering, backend factory operations, or industrial engineering
Familiarity with sustainability, traceability, and geopolitical impacts on supply chain strategy
Experience in high-volume consumer electronics, automotive, or mobile sectors
Benefits
Access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option)
A 401(k) plan and company match
An employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave)
Participate in an incentive plan
Additional awards, including recognition and stock
Company
Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is empowering the wireless networking revolution.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Kris Sennesael
Chief Financial Officer
Philip Carter
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-09
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