Global Semiconductor Supply Planner (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

What You’ll Do

• Shortage Ownership & Recovery Execution Assume primary ownership of assigned shortage portfolios and drive resolution to closure. Lead day-to-day shortage management for assigned semiconductor and electronic component suppliers. Analyze supply versus demand misalignments and determine the root causes of shortages. Develop and maintain shortage recovery plans, tracking actions, commitments, and closure progress. Identify recovery opportunities including alternate sourcing, inventory redeployment, substitutions, pull-ins, and expedites. Drive supplier and EMS accountability to close material gaps impacting production and revenue. Supply Continuity Planning Monitor inventory, open purchase orders, supplier commits, backlog positions, and demand signals. Maintain shortage tracking tools, horizontal reports, and recovery dashboards. Update planning models manually to reflect the latest supplier information and recovery actions. Translate supplier commitments into expected production and revenue impacts. Evaluate risks to quarterly shipments, revenue plans, and customer commitments. Supplier & EMS Partner Management Serve as the primary operational interface between suppliers, EMS partners, and Teradyne planning teams. Attend weekly shortage reviews with EMS partners including Flex, Plexus, Zollner, and other manufacturing partners. Lead supplier recovery discussions for assigned shortages. Communicate demand forecasts, DNS signals, production requirements, and recovery priorities to suppliers. Track supplier commitments and ensure they are accurately reflected in planning systems and reporting tools. Escalate missed commitments, supply risks, and recovery barriers through appropriate channels. Communication & Reporting Provide weekly executive-ready updates on critical shortages, recovery status, and revenue impacts. Communicate supplier updates and recovery plans to internal stakeholders and EMS partners. Identify and communicate production gating issues impacting shipment commitments. Develop risk assessments, gap analyses, and recommended mitigation plans. Present shortage status and recovery actions in management reviews and operations meetings. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Revenue Operations, Demand Management, Manufacturing Planning, Operations, Commodity Management, Engineering, and EMS partners. Support new product introductions and ramps by proactively identifying supply risks. Coordinate actions required to support business continuity and supply assurance initiatives. Work closely with Commodity Managers when commercial leverage, allocation negotiations, executive escalation, quality concerns, or strategic supplier engagement are required. Key Commodities Supported Analog and Linear Integrated Circuits Microcontrollers (MCUs) Power Management ICs Data Converters Switches and Multiplexers Relays and Solid-State Relays Precision Resistors and Resistor Networks Mixed-Signal and Logic Devices Distributed Semiconductor Components Typical supplier engagement includes companies such as Analog Devices, Texas Instruments, Microchip, Infineon, Vishay, Panasonic, Omron, Apex Microtechnology, and other strategic semiconductor suppliers. All About You We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field. 5-8 years of experience in materials planning, supply planning, purchasing, commodity management, semiconductor operations, EMS manufacturing, or supply chain management. Experience managing component shortages and constrained supply environments. Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and material planning processes. Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills. Ability to manage supplier interactions and recovery plans independently. Proven ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-visibility environments. Key Competencies Strong sense of ownership and accountability Ability to influence without direct authority Excellent written and verbal communication Structured problem solving and attention to detail Data-driven decision making Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder focus Ability to manage multiple high-priority shortages simultaneously Preferred Experience Experience working with semiconductor suppliers and long lead-time electronic components APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent certification Experience supporting EMS manufacturing environments Experience with shortage management, allocation management, or business continuity planning Familiarity with semiconductor supply chains and electronic component distribution channels What Success Looks Like Shortage closure rate and reduction of aged shortages Revenue-at-risk reduction Recovery plan execution effectiveness Supplier commitment accuracy and forecast/commit alignment Timeliness and accuracy of shortage reporting Teradyne customer and EMS partner satisfaction Compensation: The base salary range for this role is $98,600 -156,600. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.