VP, Silicon Operations

Job Description

Impinj, a leading RAIN RFID provider, is seeking a Vice President of Silicon Operations to manage the supply chain for all silicon products. This role encompasses the entire production lifecycle, from wafer procurement to finished goods, warehousing, and customer shipments. The VP will be responsible for product quantity, quality, and cost, while also developing and maintaining a 5-year supply chain strategy.Responsibilities:

• Own the complete supply chain for all silicon products.
• Develop, maintain, and operationalize a rolling 5-year supply-chain strategy.
• Partner with Sales and Product Management to establish demand forecasts.
• Ensure wafer supply strategy meets supply and financial goals.
• Manage and extend the existing network of contract manufacturers.
• Deliver the highest levels of quality and customer service.
• Create and execute sourcing strategies.
• Oversee manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Develop, report, deliver, and continuously improve supply chain related key performance indicators.
• Own the capital and operational budget to enable supply.
• Grow and develop the organization to enable rapid growth.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, supply chain management, logistics, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in supply chain management with 5-7+ years of managerial experience.
• Prior experience working with ISO9001 standards or in a regulated industry.
• Demonstrated success in supplier management, cost reduction projects, on-time delivery, and supplier sustainability.
• Demonstrated experience with negotiating large-scale, multi-year contracts.
• Track record of leading and scaling organizations.

Impinj offers:

• Competitive benefits.
• Support for remote work or a desk with a view.
• Open paid time-off policy.