Chief Purchasing Officer

As the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) for Coherent, you will lead the Company's Global Procurement Organization and serve as a key supply chain executive on the Coherent Operations Leadership Team.

Your primary objective will be to work collaboratively internally and externally to elevate an existing, established, competitively-advantaged supply chain to world-class status.

You will be the global process owner, and transform the Company's existing Source-to-Pay, Make/Buy and Supplier Relationship Management processes to ensure the efficient sourcing, acquisition, and management of materials and services essential for the Company's operations.

Position will be based in the Bay Area of northern California (Santa Clara/San Jose)

Primary Duties & Responsibilities


* Strategic Procurement Planning: Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with the Company's goals, considering market trends, technological advancements, and cost-effective sourcing.


* Supplier Relationship Management: Foster and maintain relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish performance metrics to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.


* Supply Chain Optimization: Oversee the supply chain operations, ensuring a smooth flow of materials, managing inventory levels, and mitigating risks associated with disruptions in the supply chain.


* Cost Management: Implement cost-effective measures, conduct cost analysis, and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or performance.


* Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to address them, ensuring minimal impact on production and delivery schedules.


* Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of procurement and supply chain professionals, providing guidance, setting objectives, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance work culture.


* Compliance and Ethics: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and industry best practices in all procurement activities.


* Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, utilizing data analytics and technology to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

Education & Experience


* Minimum Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, economics, finance, operations, or a related area, with a Master's and PhD degree preferred.


* While not mandatory, it is desirable that candidates who do not have a degree in supply chain management or operations management possess Supply Management industry-recognized certification(s).


* 15+ years with industry-leading, growth-oriented technology companies


* 10+ years of experience leading Procurement, or Supply Chain.


* Proven track record or achieving results and leading transformation efforts


* In-depth knowledge of semiconductor materials, manufacturing processes, and supply chain...