Technical Sourcing Manager - Test Equipment

Job responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing for Test Equipment:

Partner with engineering, operations, R&D and finance teams to define technical and commercial requirements for semiconductor equipment procurement.

Identify and evaluate global suppliers for semiconductor assembly, test, and fabrication equipment.

Develop sourcing strategies, including RFQ/RFP processes, supplier benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCOO) analysis.

Strategic sourcing ensures that an organization acquires reliable, cost-effective, compliant, and scalable test equipment to support R&D, validation, and production testing

Technical specifications

Bandwidth, accuracy, resolution

Voltage/current ranges

Sampling rate, power rating

Fixture compatibility

Supplier Identification & Evaluation

Identify and evaluate global and local suppliers.

Brand analysis (Keysight, Exis Tech, Nor Tech, Aemulus, Nortech and SRM)

Supplier capability & reliability

Lead time & delivery performance

Global vs. local sourcing options

Service center availability

Supplier financial stability

Customer references and past performance

Technical & Commercial Comparison (Techno-Commercial Evaluation)

Performance metrics

Accuracy and measurement consistency

Compatibility with existing systems

Automation/APIs availability

Supplier & Stakeholder Management:

Build and maintain strong relationships with key equipment suppliers.

Conduct supplier risk assessments (financial, geopolitical, supply chain resilience).

Work closely with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with contracts and procurement policies.

Commercial

Equipment cost (CAPEX)

Total cost of ownership (TCO)

Warranty and service cost

Annual maintenance and calibration

Operating cost (energy consumption, spares)

Training cost for team

Project & Delivery Management:

Ensure on-time delivery of equipment to meet ramp-up schedules.

Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, service) and drive continuous improvement.

Resolve commercial disputes and supply chain bottlenecks affecting equipment procurement.

Technical Performance & Capability

Supports required test coverage (parametric, functional, ICT, FCT, RF, power, etc.)

High measurement accuracy, resolution, and repeatability

Ability to handle required device/package types (QFN, BGA, SOP, custom modules)

Multi-site or parallel testing capability (improves throughput)

High-speed digital/analog test capability

Device Handling Capability (for Handlers)

Supports tray, tube, tape and reel, or bowl feeder based on production needs

Precise pick and place mechanics

Controlled temperature testing (Hot/Cold – e.g., -40 C to +150 C)

Minimal device damage / ESD-safe handling

High MTBA (Mean Time Between Assist) and low jam rates

Flexible conversion kits for different device sizes

Throughput & Cycle Time

Meets takt time / production output requirements

Fast index time and minimal overhead time

Optimized parallel testing efficiency

High uptime and low maintenance interruptions

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

CAPEX of tester + handler + fixtures + load boards

Cost of consumables (sockets, contactors, kits)

Software licensing fees

Calibration and annual maintenance

Equipment uptime vs operational cost

Trade-off between multi-site capability and cost

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Semiconductor)

Experience: 8-15 years of experience in Semiconductor Industries or supply chain management, preferably in EMS.