Sourcing Jobs in San Jose, CA
Sourcing jobs in San Jose are concentrated across semiconductor, enterprise software, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with roles clustered in North San Jose, Downtown, and the Alviso corridor. Active hiring is coming from Cisco, ASML, and AMD. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
THE ROLE:
- Coordinate the management and spend of AMD’s strategic foundry suppliers with specific focus on post fab / advanced packaging services reporting to the Director Foundry Procurement.
- Develop the global procurement strategy for foundry with specific focus on post fab and advanced packaging; implementing a supplier development program that has a coordinated long-term approach on cost, quality, and service.
- Build and maintain supplier relationships.
- Provide analytical support and recommendations regarding sourcing strategies, requirements planning, and cost improvement.
THE PERSON:
- Problem Solving Specialist
- Drives sophisticated solutions and recommendations for complex issues through the analysis of the situation and available data.
- Exercises judgment in selecting the methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for acquiring results.
- Networks with key contacts outside area of expertise.
- Excellent communication & people skills.
- Capable of initiating and leading new projects to enable procurement scalability in support of AMD growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with partners and foundry team members to understand and develop negotiation strategies to drive cost targets.
- Develop, implement, and lead critical foundry procurement management processes based on feedback from team members and partners. This may include (but not limited to): NPI/NRE procurement program management / order execution, Spend/Savings reporting, support emergency ordering process, tracking payables/receivables initiatives, ongoing critical action tracking/reporting and accountability.
- Own the overall driven bidding process including analysis, price negotiation, and driving business awards.
- Implement contracts to minimize AMD risk and enable supplier accountability for non-performance
- Lead Supplier Performance Management (SPM) and be responsible for the quarterly scorecard process to review service levels on cost, technology, quality, service, and flexibility.
- Develop and optimally communicate a foundry post fab / advanced packaging commodity strategy which fully reflects key partner inputs to AMD Senior Management Team. Provide updates on a regular basis to supervise progress against plan.
- Collaborate and formalize foundry post fab / advanced packaging market research and benchmarking processes.
- Collaborates with suppliers to communicate AMD requirements.
- Ownership of spend, savings and forecasting for Foundry post fab / advanced packaging supplier.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Extensive Founry or Semiconductor experience (specific to post fab and advanced packaging service offerings is ideal)
- Strong Engineering background is a plus
- Stong Negotiation and Sourcing skills
- Supply Chain Management (SCM) familiarity
- Experience working in an engineering or semiconductor company
- Understanding of regional and global markets and cultures
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
Location:
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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Sourcing Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sourcing job in San Jose?
The clearest path is targeting San Jose's dominant industries: semiconductor fabrication, cloud infrastructure, and medical devices. Employers in North San Jose's tech campuses and the Alviso industrial corridor hire sourcing professionals with experience in direct materials, contract manufacturing, or supplier qualification. Candidates who can show hands-on supplier negotiation, familiarity with BOM-driven procurement cycles, or experience with Asia-Pacific supply chains tend to stand out in this market.
Which companies hire sourcings in San Jose?
Employers hiring sourcings in San Jose right now include Cisco, ASML, and AMD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. San Jose's sourcing market is anchored by large semiconductor and hardware manufacturers, as well as the regional distribution and logistics operations that support Silicon Valley's supply chain.
Are there remote sourcing jobs in San Jose?
Yes, though sourcing roles with significant supplier site visits or hands-on inspection duties tend to require some on-site presence. About 70% of sourcing openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, covering positions with a mix of on-site and desk-based work. Commodity management, supplier data analysis, and indirect procurement roles are the most likely to offer fully remote flexibility in San Jose.
How can I get a sourcing job in San Jose with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a purchasing coordinator or procurement analyst role at one of San Jose's mid-size contract manufacturers or electronics distributors, where training is more hands-on and career paths into strategic sourcing are clear. San Jose Community College and San Jose State University's supply chain programs also connect students directly with local employers. Building proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and earning a CPSM credential early will help you move up quickly in this market.
Which industries hire the most sourcings in San Jose?
San Jose sourcing roles concentrate in Technology & Software and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. San Jose's position as the hardware and semiconductor core of Silicon Valley means sourcing demand is driven by complex global supply chains, high component volumes, and a constant need to qualify and manage international suppliers.
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