About tyhe company

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components.

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.

Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.

Summary

Execute technical sourcing strategies for Inspection equipment and critical components (KLA, AMAT, ONTO, ASML, HITACHI, NOVA). This role is responsible for coordinating technical specification reviews, managing supplier delivery (OTD), and driving Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction.

Key Responsibility

1. Technical Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Lead sourcing strategy for Inspection equipment across major OEMs (KLA, AMAT, ONTO, ASML, HITACHI, NOVA).
• Evaluate tool platforms (e.g., KLA PUMA9880, AMAT Enlight, ASML HMI, ONTO Dragonfly) for technology readiness, performance capability, and cost structure.
• Conduct detailed technical specification reviews, commercial negotiations, and contract optimization for current POR & MOR readiness.
• Manage long‑term partnerships with global and regional inspection OEMs and key parts delivery component suppliers.
• Monitor supplier capacity, delivery performance, and quality metrics to ensure supply chain resilience.

2. Cost Optimization & Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

• Develop and execute cost models for tools, modules, spares, service contracts, and retrofits.
• Analyse TCO including uptime, wafer per hour, service contract pricing, and maintenance.
• Lead cost‑reduction initiatives through alternative sourcing of consumables, hardware upgrades, and critical parts delivery.
• Partner with module team to drive structured cost‑saving programs (e.g., bring advanced tool or alternative tool).

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with equipment and process engineering to align tool specifications with technology nodes (e.g., purchase specs, metal contamination limits, WPH).
• Support factory ramp and technology transfers by managing tool procurement, delivery, installation, FAT/SAT, and qualification schedules.
• Partner with process teams to ensure equipment satisfies cleaning performance requirements (DOI capture rate, sensitivity, and image quality).
• Work with quality department to conduct supplier audits and quality improvement programs.

4. Supply Chain Risk Management & Strategic Planning

• Identify and mitigate supply risks including geopolitical exposure, capacity shortages of high-purity components, and EOL items.
• Develop strategic inventory policies for critical long-lead time items like robotics and lamps.
• Integrate OEM roadmaps with the company’s technology and capacity planning.

5. Data‑Driven Sourcing & Business Analysis

• Build data models using PM history, MTBF/MTTR, spare‑part usage, and supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to analyse failure modes, cost drivers, and improvement opportunities.
• Apply analytical tools (Excel, SAP and JMP preferred) for cost analysis, risk mitigation, and supplier scorecards.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of hands-on experience in semiconductor inspection equipment engineering or technical procurement.
• Proven track record of improving tool uptime or significant cost-saving projects.

Experience

Additional Technical Requirements

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of inspection technologies: bright-field, dark-field, marco inspection, and logistic/dram technologies.
• Strong knowledge of inspection parts and consumables/non-consumable parts.
• Familiar with major OEM equipment platforms:
• Understanding of semiconductor process integration and the impact of cross-contamination/particles on yield.
• Proficient with analytical tools (Excel, SAP or Oracle ERP beneficial).

SCM / Business Skills

• Strong capability in cost modelling, TCO analysis, and commercial negotiation.
• Experienced in long‑term supplier strategy, contract management, and global sourcing operations.
• Skilled in supply chain risk analysis and mitigation planning.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and cross‑functional leadership.
• Strong analytical thinking with data‑driven decision‑making.
• High ownership and resilience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment.