Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Tenstorrent develops AI and RISC-V computing hardware and software aimed at improving performance, usability, and cost efficiency. The Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Engineering Infrastructure leads procurement strategy for the semiconductor design ecosystem, including vendor negotiations, IP licensing agreements, and sourcing tools that support global engineering teams.
Responsibilities
- The Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Engineering Infrastructure leads procurement strategy for the design ecosystem, owning vendor negotiations, IP licensing agreements, and tool sourcing that enable our worldwide engineering teams to innovate at speed
Skills
- A strategic negotiator with 5+ years of experience sourcing complex technology (IP, design tools, or semiconductor components) in fast-paced environments
- Someone who builds trust-based vendor relationships and leverages them to unlock better terms, faster delivery, and innovative solutions
- A detail-oriented operator who thrives managing multiple concurrent deals while maintaining executive visibility and cross-functional alignment
- Deep procurement expertise in semiconductor design ecosystems—specifically 3rd party IP licensing, EDA/CAD tools, or equivalent technology sourcing experience
- Proven ability to lead complex contract negotiations, drive toward closure, and implement sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and innovation
- Strong analytical and communication skills to translate technical requirements into vendor recommendations and present strategic sourcing insights to leadership
- This role ishybrid or remote, based out of Santa Clara, CA; Austin, TX or Toronto, ON
- This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S. As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency. If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded
Benefits
- This role is hybrid or remote, based out of Santa Clara, CA; Austin, TX or Toronto, ON.
Company Overview
Company H1B Sponsorship