Sourcing Specialist

Manpower · San Diego, California

FULL TIME

Job Description

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.

Create and manage purchase requisitions for licensing and periodic reporting requirements

Maintain budget and cost tracking models, including:

Perform data analysis and consolidation to support roadmap planning and financial tracking

Maintain project tracking tools for sourcing initiatives (status, deliverables, timelines)

Prepare monthly reporting on license fees tied to product milestones

Monitor contract lifecycle elements, including key obligations, renewals, and reporting triggers

2. Compliance & Financial Tracking

Ensure accurate tracking of financial obligations and compliance requirements associated with third-party IP and licensing.

Track NRE, royalty, and usage-based fees to ensure alignment with contractual terms

Maintain compliance records in internal systems

Maintain and update third-party IP licensing database

Support process improvements to enhance compliance tracking and reporting efficiency

Assist with export control tracking and documentation requirements

3. Supplier Qualification & Onboarding

Support onboarding and qualification of suppliers to enable sourcing activities.

Coordinate NDA execution and tracking

Support vendor setup and reporting within ERP system (Oracle)

Assist with supplier onboarding workflows, ensuring completeness and data accuracy

Maintain supplier records and support ongoing data updates

4. Cross-Functional Coordination & Reporting

Support collaboration across sourcing, engineering, finance, and legal teams.

Collect and consolidate data inputs from multiple stakeholders

Prepare structured reports and tracking dashboards

Support problem identification and data cleanup efforts across sourcing datasets

Assist in tracking risks, dependencies, and outstanding actions

5. Special Projects (Supporting Role)

Provide operational and analytical support for strategic sourcing initiatives.

Support M&A activities (Mergers and acquisitions), including:

Data room organization and document tracking

Supplier and contract data extraction and consolidation

Assist with post-acquisition integration, including:

Vendor harmonization efforts

Tracking integration actions and follow-ups

Support other high-impact sourcing initiatives as needed

Top 5 Required Skills

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

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

3 years of experience in procurement, sourcing operations, or supply chain support, preferably in technology or semiconductor environments

Strong Excel/data analysis skills (large datasets, structured tracking, perform data analysis)

Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle) and procurement workflows

Experience supporting contract tracking, licensing, or compliance processes is a plus

Ability to manage multiple projects and datasets simultaneously

Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and execution discipline

Comfortable working in a cross-functional, matrixed organization

Sourcing experience with EDA tools and/or Third-Party IP (3PIP) environments is a strong plus

Company	Manpower
Location	San Diego, California
Type	FULL TIME
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