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Job Location: San Jose, CA (This position requires a full-time, on-site presence in our San Jose, CA office)
Job ID: AI2556
Job Description
SiMa.ai is seeking a Director, Supply Chain & Manufacturing Operations to own end-to-end hardware supply, from demand and supply planning and sourcing through all EMS/ODM manufacturing engagement, fulfillment, and sustaining operations, and to build and lead the team. This role will sit in Operations, partner closely with Engineering, HW, Product, and Finance, and will be accountable for delivering product on time, at target cost, and at the right quality while managing risk (LTs, NCNR, export, multi-year buys). Ideal for someone who has scaled an early-stage semiconductor/system company and isn’t afraid to work at both strategy and spreadsheet level.
Key Responsibilities:
Areas of focus and key responsibilities (include, but not limited to):
What You’ll Do
- Team Leadership
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Build and lead the supply chain and manufacturing operations team (planning, sourcing, materials and inventory control); set KPIs (on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, turns, cost) and operating cadence.
-
Own Sales & Operations Planning / Demand-Supply Alignment
- Consolidate customer, program, and internal build plans into a single view of demand.
- Run monthly/quarterly supply reviews; drive scenario planning for upside, push-outs, and constrained parts.
-
Translate design/NPI ramps into material and capacity plans.
-
Sourcing, Material & Supplier Management
- Manage end-to-end material lifecycle for MLSoC, SoM/board-level products, and accessories (heatsinks, cables, enclosures, eval kits).
- Lead strategic sourcing and manage foundry/OSAT/packaging/PCB/PCBA/ODM/CM partners (RFQs, should-cost, dual-sourcing, supplier selection with Quality); negotiate pricing, terms, supply agreements, and NCNR protections.
-
Drive supplier scorecards, QBRs, and continuous improvement.
-
Contract Manufacturing / EMS & ODM Execution
- Lead all engagement with EMS/ODM partners for product manufacturing: selection, manufacturing agreements, NPI transfer, capacity, and business reviews.
- Own day-to-day interfaces with CMs/EMS/ODMs: MPS, WIP visibility, upside asks, expedites, DOAs/RMAs.
- Own manufacturing work orders and all inventory transactions in the ERP system: receipts, transfers, component consumption, production completions, returns, and shipments; control all materials and inventory across CM and SiMa.ai locations.
- Ensure accurate BOMs, AVL, and rev control flow from Engineering to manufacturing.
-
Drive yields, rework strategies, and RMA/FA loops back into design and test.
-
Risk, Readiness & Compliance
- Build and maintain a rolling 6–18 month supply strategy to support customer evaluations, pilots, and production.
- Proactively mitigate supply constraints with fabs, OSATs, and other suppliers (LTA parts, PMICs, memories, etc.).
-
Ensure export control, trade compliance, and country-of-origin/customer-specific requirements.
-
Cost & Operations Analytics
- Track and report COGS, PPV, MOQ/MLQ exposure, inventory turns, and material liability.
- Recommend multi-quarter buys, buffer strategies, and SERV/insurance-aligned NCNR structures to de-risk demand variability.
-
Partner with Finance and Sales on PO cadence, accruals, and revenue-enable dates; support month-end inventory reconciliation, with Accounting owning costing, valuation, and review of inventory adjustments.
-
ERP, Process & Tools
- Own and scale SiMa.ai’s ERP/MRP platform (requirements, system selection, and implementation as the business grows), covering MRP, purchasing, inventory, work orders, and RMA, with integration to PLM and Finance; own process design, data migration, and user adoption.
- Define and document scalable processes for NPI volume sustaining.
-
Drive ISO/QMS-oriented discipline in Operations, in partnership with Quality.
-
Travel up to 20%, including EMS/ODM sites in Asia
Required Background:
- Bachelor’s in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field with 10–15+ years in hardware supply chain / operations roles, ideally in semiconductor, edge/embedded, or high-mix electronics; 5+ years building and managing teams.
- Proven experience running CM/EMS/ODM production and closing the loop between Engineering, Ops, and the factory.
- Strong fluency in BOMs, AVL, ECOs, lead times, NCNR, LTAs, multi-quarter material strategies, and inventory control (work orders, cycle counts, consigned inventory at CMs).
- Demonstrated success in demand/supply planning in a low-volume, high-mix, rapidly changing environment.
- Comfortable negotiating with suppliers on price, terms, liability, and upside flexibility; experience leading RFQs, cost modeling, and supplier selection.
- Hands-on experience implementing and scaling ERP/MRP systems at a hardware company (e.g., NetSuite, Fishbowl).
- Data-first mindset; advanced Excel/Sheets; bonus for SQL/analytics.
- Excellent cross-functional communication; able to translate operations constraints to Execs, Sales, and Engineering.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Fluent in English.
Personal Attributes
- Can-do attitude with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Strong team player who collaborates effectively across functions.
- Curious, creative, and resourceful problem solver.
- Execution- and results-oriented.
- Self-driven and proactive.
- Thinks strategically and takes a broader business perspective.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Highly accountable with a strong commitment to delivering results.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $196,435 - $304,470. The actual annual salary offered will depend on several factors, including - among others - job-related skills, experience, technical expertise, qualifications, work location, and business needs. The annual salary range for this position is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.
In addition to base salary, this role is also eligible for private company equity, and a comprehensive package of employee benefits. Please note that the salary ranges listed for U.S. roles reflect base salary only and do not include equity or other forms of compensation.
EEO Employer: SiMa is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Job Title: Director, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations
Job Location: San Jose, CA (This position requires a full-time, on-site presence in our San Jose, CA office)
Job ID: AI2556
Job Description
SiMa.ai is seeking a Director, Supply Chain & Manufacturing Operations to own end-to-end hardware supply, from demand and supply planning and sourcing through all EMS/ODM manufacturing engagement, fulfillment, and sustaining operations, and to build and lead the team. This role will sit in Operations, partner closely with Engineering, HW, Product, and Finance, and will be accountable for delivering product on time, at target cost, and at the right quality while managing risk (LTs, NCNR, export, multi-year buys). Ideal for someone who has scaled an early-stage semiconductor/system company and isn’t afraid to work at both strategy and spreadsheet level.
Key Responsibilities:
Areas of focus and key responsibilities (include, but not limited to):
What You’ll Do
- Team Leadership
-
Build and lead the supply chain and manufacturing operations team (planning, sourcing, materials and inventory control); set KPIs (on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, turns, cost) and operating cadence.
-
Own Sales & Operations Planning / Demand-Supply Alignment
- Consolidate customer, program, and internal build plans into a single view of demand.
- Run monthly/quarterly supply reviews; drive scenario planning for upside, push-outs, and constrained parts.
-
Translate design/NPI ramps into material and capacity plans.
-
Sourcing, Material & Supplier Management
- Manage end-to-end material lifecycle for MLSoC, SoM/board-level products, and accessories (heatsinks, cables, enclosures, eval kits).
- Lead strategic sourcing and manage foundry/OSAT/packaging/PCB/PCBA/ODM/CM partners (RFQs, should-cost, dual-sourcing, supplier selection with Quality); negotiate pricing, terms, supply agreements, and NCNR protections.
-
Drive supplier scorecards, QBRs, and continuous improvement.
-
Contract Manufacturing / EMS & ODM Execution
- Lead all engagement with EMS/ODM partners for product manufacturing: selection, manufacturing agreements, NPI transfer, capacity, and business reviews.
- Own day-to-day interfaces with CMs/EMS/ODMs: MPS, WIP visibility, upside asks, expedites, DOAs/RMAs.
- Own manufacturing work orders and all inventory transactions in the ERP system: receipts, transfers, component consumption, production completions, returns, and shipments; control all materials and inventory across CM and SiMa.ai locations.
- Ensure accurate BOMs, AVL, and rev control flow from Engineering to manufacturing.
-
Drive yields, rework strategies, and RMA/FA loops back into design and test.
-
Risk, Readiness & Compliance
- Build and maintain a rolling 6–18 month supply strategy to support customer evaluations, pilots, and production.
- Proactively mitigate supply constraints with fabs, OSATs, and other suppliers (LTA parts, PMICs, memories, etc.).
-
Ensure export control, trade compliance, and country-of-origin/customer-specific requirements.
-
Cost & Operations Analytics
- Track and report COGS, PPV, MOQ/MLQ exposure, inventory turns, and material liability.
- Recommend multi-quarter buys, buffer strategies, and SERV/insurance-aligned NCNR structures to de-risk demand variability.
-
Partner with Finance and Sales on PO cadence, accruals, and revenue-enable dates; support month-end inventory reconciliation, with Accounting owning costing, valuation, and review of inventory adjustments.
-
ERP, Process & Tools
- Own and scale SiMa.ai’s ERP/MRP platform (requirements, system selection, and implementation as the business grows), covering MRP, purchasing, inventory, work orders, and RMA, with integration to PLM and Finance; own process design, data migration, and user adoption.
- Define and document scalable processes for NPI volume sustaining.
-
Drive ISO/QMS-oriented discipline in Operations, in partnership with Quality.
-
Travel up to 20%, including EMS/ODM sites in Asia
Required Background:
- Bachelor’s in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field with 10–15+ years in hardware supply chain / operations roles, ideally in semiconductor, edge/embedded, or high-mix electronics; 5+ years building and managing teams.
- Proven experience running CM/EMS/ODM production and closing the loop between Engineering, Ops, and the factory.
- Strong fluency in BOMs, AVL, ECOs, lead times, NCNR, LTAs, multi-quarter material strategies, and inventory control (work orders, cycle counts, consigned inventory at CMs).
- Demonstrated success in demand/supply planning in a low-volume, high-mix, rapidly changing environment.
- Comfortable negotiating with suppliers on price, terms, liability, and upside flexibility; experience leading RFQs, cost modeling, and supplier selection.
- Hands-on experience implementing and scaling ERP/MRP systems at a hardware company (e.g., NetSuite, Fishbowl).
- Data-first mindset; advanced Excel/Sheets; bonus for SQL/analytics.
- Excellent cross-functional communication; able to translate operations constraints to Execs, Sales, and Engineering.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Fluent in English.
Personal Attributes
- Can-do attitude with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Strong team player who collaborates effectively across functions.
- Curious, creative, and resourceful problem solver.
- Execution- and results-oriented.
- Self-driven and proactive.
- Thinks strategically and takes a broader business perspective.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Highly accountable with a strong commitment to delivering results.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $196,435 - $304,470. The actual annual salary offered will depend on several factors, including - among others - job-related skills, experience, technical expertise, qualifications, work location, and business needs. The annual salary range for this position is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.
In addition to base salary, this role is also eligible for private company equity, and a comprehensive package of employee benefits. Please note that the salary ranges listed for U.S. roles reflect base salary only and do not include equity or other forms of compensation.
EEO Employer: SiMa is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director of Manufacturing Operations
Document progressive leadership across your career
PERM requires your employer to define the minimum requirements for the role before recruiting. Make sure your resume reflects a clear progression from operations supervisor to plant manager to director-level scope, so the job description can defensibly match your credentials.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. manufacturers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history. Filtering by industry and role type narrows your list to companies that have already navigated PERM for operations leadership positions.
Target manufacturers with established PERM filing history
Large discrete and process manufacturers in automotive, aerospace, food production, and industrial equipment regularly sponsor directors of manufacturing. Prioritize companies with dedicated HR legal teams, as they handle PERM recruitment requirements in-house rather than outsourcing each case.
Confirm EB-2 eligibility before your offer stage
If your highest degree is a bachelor's, you'll need to document five years of progressive post-degree experience to qualify under EB-2. Gather performance reviews, org charts showing span of control, and P&L responsibility documentation before negotiations begin.
Ask about prevailing wage tier during salary discussions
DOL sets four prevailing wage levels for each occupation and metro area using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet at least Level II, but most director-level roles are filed at Level III or IV. Confirm which tier your employer intends to use before signing.
Check your priority date against the monthly Visa Bulletin
If you're from India or China, your EB-2 or EB-3 priority date determines when you can file Form I-485 for adjustment of status. USCIS publishes the Visa Bulletin monthly, and backlogs for these countries can extend timelines significantly beyond the base PERM and I-140 processing period.
Green Card Director of Manufacturing Operations: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Manufacturing Operations role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Director of Manufacturing Operations positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because they typically require an advanced degree in engineering, supply chain, or operations management, or a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive experience. If the role is structured around a bachelor's degree alone, EB-3 professional classification applies. Your employer's immigration counsel will confirm the correct category based on the actual minimum requirements for your specific position.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every three years, with no path to permanence on its own. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads directly to lawful permanent residence. The PERM process requires your employer to file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, run a formal recruitment campaign, document that no qualified U.S. worker applied, and then file an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The timeline is longer, but the outcome is permanent authorization to live and work in the U.S.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for manufacturing director roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focus your outreach on large manufacturers in sectors like automotive, aerospace, and industrial equipment, as these companies sponsor green cards for operations leadership regularly and typically have in-house immigration support to manage the PERM filing requirements.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers before my I-485 is approved?
AC21 job portability lets you change to a new employer in the same or a substantially similar occupation once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more. Your priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition if your original I-140 was approved, even if the new employer restarts the PERM process. Changing jobs before either threshold requires starting over entirely, so timing matters significantly.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for manufacturing director candidates?
PERM requires your employer to advertise the position through DOL-mandated channels, including print and online job postings, and to document that no qualified U.S. workers applied for the role. For director-level manufacturing positions, the job description must accurately reflect the actual minimum requirements. Overstating credentials to match your profile can invalidate the PERM filing. DOL may audit the recruitment record, so your employer needs thorough documentation before filing.