Qualcomm · 1 week ago
Senior Commodity Manager – Memory (DRAM) – Sr Manager
San Diego, California, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$148K/yr - $222K/yr
8+ years expQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Manager specializing in Memory (DRAM) to manage category strategy and supplier relationships. The role involves sourcing execution, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure cost efficiency and supply assurance.
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Responsibilities
Develop and own the 3-year DRAM category strategy covering cost, continuity of supply, regional diversification, and technology transitions (e.g., DDR4 → DDR5, LPDDR4X → LPDDR5)
Maintain market intelligence on bit growth, wafer capacity, lead times, ASP trends, and supplier CAPEX impacting DRAM availability and pricing
Benchmark pricing and TCO across direct DRAM and module BOMs; build should-cost models and cost roadmaps
Lead RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) cycles, negotiations, and contracting (MLAs/MSAs/SOWs) for DRAM and memory modules
Secure allocations and volume commitments; structure VMI/consignment/SMI programs where appropriate
Drive PPV, cost-downs, rebates, and value engineering through packaging, density, and speed bin optimization
Own key supplier relationships (e.g., DRAM manufacturers and module assemblers); conduct QBRs and performance scorecards
Partner with Supplier Quality Engineering on PPM/DPPM, change control, and PCN management
Assess supplier risk (financial health, geopolitical exposure, capacity utilization) and execute dual sourcing and buffer strategies
Collaborate with Hardware Engineering on memory selection, qualification, and AVL decisions
Work with Planning to align LT/CT, MOQ, and inventory strategies to demand variability
Align with Finance on standard cost, material inflation assumptions, and forecasted PPV
Support Product Management on NPI timelines, cost targets, and lifecycle transitions/EOL
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, RSL/REACH/RoHS, and conflict minerals reporting
Maintain clean and current data in ERP/PLM (pricing, lead time, AVL/AML, contract terms)
Drive S&OP inputs, supply risk reviews, and executive-level reporting
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of commodity management, sourcing, or supplier management experience in semiconductor, EMS, OEM, or memory module categories
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
Demonstrated success negotiating with DRAM manufacturers or module suppliers
Strong understanding of DRAM technologies (DDR4/DDR5, LPDDR families), timing/speed/binning, and cost drivers (wafer supply, die shrinks, yields)
Proficiency with TCO analysis, should-cost modeling, and contracting
Advanced Excel/Sheets; familiarity with ERP/PLM systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite/Ariba/Coupa)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management; ability to present to leadership
Preferred
Experience managing allocation cycles and recovery plans during market constraints
Hands-on with NPI sourcing, AVL management, and PCN control
Supplier experience with Tier-1 memory providers and module houses
Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance (or equivalent experience)
CPM/CPSM, CSCP, or semiconductor sourcing certifications
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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