| Location | Santa Clara, CA |
| Salary | $76,801.40 Per Year |
Top 5 Required Skills (These are not preferred skill s. If the candidate does not have these required skills, they will be rejected completely)
1. Experience with procurement or sourcing operations (preferably in technology, semiconductor, or licensing environments. 3PIP and EDA licensing is a plus)
2. Strong proficiency in Excel / data analysis / structured tracking
3. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and procurement workflows
4. Ability to manage multiple tracking tools and datasets simultaneously
5. Detail-oriented with strong process execution and follow-through skills
Technologies: What does this temp must know to perform the required job duties (T hese are not preferred technologies - If they do not have these technologies they will be rejected completely)
Required Education: Bachelor's degree
Re quired Years of Experience + 4 years of sourcing experience
Bachelor's degree.
OR
Associate's degree and 2+ years of Sourcing or related work experience.
OR
High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of Sourcing or related work experience.12+ years of experience (Example Engineer Senior Staff )
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*Note to Suppliers Please ensure your candidate understands/agrees to your specific reimbursement requirements for any out-of-pocket expenses.
Key Words:
Job Description:
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
" Implements and executes sourcing processes based on a basic understanding of company policies and procedures, as well as standard sourcing principles, theories, and concepts.
" Executes sourcing strategies and protocols in accordance with supplier engagements or agreements for one's assigned area of responsibility.
" Helps provide sourcing options and recommendations to internal customers based on technology, cost, and schedule requirements. Recommends solutions to various sourcing issues and escalates issues as needed.
" Collects and analyzes data from different sources to identify problems and help recommend solutions.
" Helps execute contracts in alignment with negotiations, including licensing of IP for integration into end products, pricing, device development and/or supply assurance.
" Collaborates with individuals internally and externally to complete the team's work.
" Executes individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in line with established processes, with minimal supervision.
" Adapts to moderate changes and setbacks in order to manage pressure and meet deadlines.
Level of Responsibility:
" Works under close supervision.
" Responsible for own work. Decision-making is limited. Impact of decisions is readily apparent. Errors made typically only impact timeline (i.e., require additional time to correct).
" Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information that may be somewhat complex to others who may have limited knowledge of the subject in question. Role may require basic negotiation and influence, cooperation, tact, and diplomacy, etc.
" Most tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively; mistakes may result in some rework.
" Some creativity may be required to troubleshoot technical problems or deal with Client circumstances.
" Deductive problem solving is required to solve moderately complex problems; most problems have defined processes of diagnosis/detection; some limited data analysis may be required.
The responsibilities of this role do not include:
" Does not provide supervision to others.
" Does not have financial accountability.
" Has no influence over key organizational decisions.
" Does not have a role in strategic planning.
5 days a week. 40 hours
Sourcing Operations Temp (EDA / 3PIP / Emulation)
Overview
Client s EDA and Third-Party IP (3PIP) Sourcing Team is seeking a Sourcing Operations Consultant to support procurement execution, data management, compliance tracking, and supplier onboarding activities.
This role is focused on operational execution and analytics, working closely with sourcing managers and cross-functional stakeholders (engineering, legal, finance) to ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and process compliance across complex licensing and supplier engagements.
The consultant will contribute to high-impact sourcing programs by maintaining data integrity, supporting procurement workflows, and enabling efficient execution of sourcing strategies.
Key Responsibilities
1. Procurement Execution & Data Operations
Support execution of sourcing activities aligned with established sourcing strategies and supplier agreements.
2. Compliance & Financial Tracking
Ensure accurate tracking of financial obligations and compliance requirements associated with third-party IP and licensing.
3. Supplier Qualification & Onboarding
Support onboarding and qualification of suppliers to enable sourcing activities.
4. Cross-Functional Coordination & Reporting
Support collaboration across sourcing, engineering, finance, and legal teams.
5. Special Projects (Supporting Role)
Provide operational and analytical support for strategic sourcing initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills
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EEO:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.