POSITION: Senior Manager – Semiconductor Resiliency

POSTING END DATE: 11/06/2024

LOCATION: Gaydon, Warwickshire (UK) / Hybrid

​​​SALARY: Competitive

JLR is a House of Brands. Range Rover. Defender. Discovery. Jaguar. Truly distinct, global brands that embrace our modernist design philosophy and are emotionally compelling and unique. JLR’s Reimagine strategy - to realise our vision to be proud creators of the most desirable, modern luxury brands, for the most discerning of clients - is delivering a sustainability-rich vision of modern luxury by design and we are transforming our business to become carbon net zero across our supply chain, products, and operations by 2039.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Our Senior Manager – Semiconductor Resiliency, will be responsible for leading the Semiconductor Resiliency team, focused on developing and sustaining a robust semiconductor supply chain and risk assessment. This individual will be depended on to lead efforts in executing the semiconductor supply chain resiliency strategy and for building strong partnerships with internal cross functional teams and external semiconductor & semiconductor data partners.  This individual will also have responsibility for our Semiconductor Resiliency – HW, Data and Tools teams.

THE ROLE

Key Responsibilities

• Work with procurement and HW teams to gather and validate all semiconductor usage data.
• Work with semiconductor and third-party partners to understand the supply chain and risk management of semiconductors used within JLR vehicles and work with procurement and engineering teams to execute mitigation plans to overcome any risks.
• Experience with product lifecycle management tools. Plan and deliver internally developed custom data management tools.
• Interpret, consume, manipulate, and accurately manage a significant set of semiconductor data and its use across our product portfolio. Use this data to build strategy for supplier engagement, future use forecasts etc.
• To support electronics delivery teams for assessment of semiconductor changes change and impact.
• To ensure there is a developed plan to manage product obsolescence.
• To support the electronic hardware design teams to define the commonly used semiconductor chipset across JLR electronics commodities.
• Build strong working relationships with manufacturers, distributors & sub-tier suppliers.
• Liaise directly with vendors to resolve problems such as single source risks, goods at risk of geographical or political disruption, counterfeit parts, export controls, end of life and obsolescence mgt.
• Liaise with Vendors and Engineering on problem parts to obtain the right level of technical support as and when necessary, agree satisfactory resolution.
• Manage the Vendor Base to support the business and procurement organization in obtaining the best prices and lead times through negotiation and visits.
• Assist the Supply Chain Team with any problem associated with the supply chain management role.
• Produce relevant supply chain reports regularly as and when required.
• Create and manage a team of highly skilled semiconductor HW, tools and supply chain engineers and leaders.
• Create a winning and inclusive work environment.
• Travel as required.

Key Performance Indicators

• Availability, timing and accuracy of semiconductor data.
• Semiconductor database tool development
• Meeting semiconductor selection goals and timing with catalogue development.
• Minimize semiconductor supply chain issues with cross functional support.
• An efficient, agile and inclusive work environment.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in one or more of automotive HW design, semiconductor selection, semiconductor applications, semiconductor fabrication, semiconductor distribution and supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of and experience in various levels of the semiconductor supply chain, challenges, and strategies.
• Proven experience in automotive electrical architecture, design, delivery and change management.
• Strong communication, data management and reporting skills. Experienced in exploring and analysing data; applying statistical knowledge; creating data visualizations, dashboards, and reports; writing and communicating with clear and crisp reports.
• Demonstrated experience of creating and managing high performance engineering teams and an inclusive work environment, hiring skillset, goals setting, delegating work, workload management, providing effective feedback, motivating teams.
• Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills; demonstrated ability for working across functional and organizational boundaries.
• Exceptional demonstrated experience leading projects to completion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to learn quickly and acquiring domain knowledge.
• Experience in working in the agile way of working and team structure.

Desirable

• Strong knowledge of System/Hardware/Software architecture for safety-critical automotive applications. Strong comprehension of automotive SDV architecture and semiconductor roadmap.
• Experience in working with automotive IDMs vendors or fabs, semiconductor distributor, strong knowledge of industry supply chain trends.
• Project Management Certification

Personal Profile

• Demonstrates our Creators' Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact.
• Continually working hard to deliver a modern luxury experience to earn and keep our customers’ trust and loyalty.
• Embracing differences, being empathetic, welcoming challenges together empowering each other to deliver.
• Building trust by speaking openly and honestly, listening attentively, and treating others respectfully.
• Taking initiative and using failure as an opportunity to learn. We develop by giving and seeking honest feedback.
• Making a difference through our results. We innovate and never lose sight of what we want to achieve.
• A determined individual, highly driven, committed and results-orientated who works with pace, energy and confidence.
• An individual who is able to apply analytical rigour to develop and drive well thought out operational plans, collaborate across functions and combine a short term, pragmatic focus with strategic vision.
• An individual who is resilient, energetic and enthusiastic, responds constructively to new ideas and input in a changing business environment.
• An individual who is able to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style.
• A sophisticated communicator who is able to communicate directly, clearly and openly.
• An individual who can demonstrate good capability in leadership and management skills, who can motivate, develop and lead functional and cross-functional teams.
• An individual who is comfortable challenging all stakeholders with strong influencing and engagement skills.

#WEAREJLR

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

You will find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, access to select two of our luxury premium vehicles to lease at an extremely favourable cost compared to traditional company car lease schemes, membership of a competitive pension plan, private medical cover (which includes travel insurance) and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.