Senior Sourcing Program Manager (Product Manufacturing & Obsolescence)

Experience Required

12 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Compensation

$15.92 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

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First Shift (Day)

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Senior Sourcing Program Manager (Product Manufacturing & Obsolescence)

Location:

US - NJ - Somerset

Requisition ID:

19928

About Veeco

You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview

Come join Veeco and lead a high-impact team shaping the future of manufacturing continuity and product lifecycle strategy.

As a Senior Program Manager - Product Manufacturing & Obsolescence, you will lead enterprise efforts to proactively manage component lifecycle risk across complex Bills of Material-ensuring the organization can build, deliver, and scale with confidence in a dynamic supply environment.

In this highly visible role, you'll turn data into insight and insight into action-driving decisions that protect product availability and operational stability. You'll partner across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing to build a forward-looking, scalable approach to lifecycle risk-staying ahead of disruption rather than reacting to it.

This is a mission-critical leadership opportunity to shape how a growing organization anticipates risk, strengthens resilience, and delivers at scale. If you thrive in complexity, lead through influence, and are motivated to build systems that prevent problems before they arise, you'll find unmatched ownership and impact here.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Manufacturing continuity is protected: Disruptions from obsolescence are anticipated and minimized

Visibility drives action: Clear, real-time insight into BOM-level risk informs decisions across teams

Decisions are aligned and data-driven: Stakeholders operate from a shared view of priorities and trade-offs

Mitigation is proactive: Risks are addressed early, ahead of supplier or market changes

Data is trusted and becomes a strategic asset: Master data and lifecycle intelligence are accurate, governed, and actionable

Leadership confidence is strong: Executives rely on your insight, structure, and judgment

Programs scale with the business: Processes and governance evolve with growing complexity

You're a strategic partner: Recognized as the go-to leader bridging engineering, data, and operations

Location: Somerset, NJ or Horsham, PA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid preferred; remote considered for exceptional candidates

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Risk Ownership

Own end-to-end program execution for obsolescence and lifecycle risk management across complex, high-mix product portfolios

Establish and maintain BOM-level visibility into lifecycle risk, ensuring manufacturing continuity and build plan protection

Translate lifecycle intelligence and supplier signals into clear, actionable mitigation strategies

Drive prioritization frameworks that align risk, business impact, and execution timelines

Cross-Functional Orchestration

Lead alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Quality to execute mitigation strategies

Partner with Engineering to evaluate and qualify alternate components and drive design resilience

Serve as the escalation point for critical manufacturability, lifecycle, and data integrity risks

Influence decision-making at both operational and executive levels

Master Data & Lifecycle Intelligence Leadership

Lead and develop a team of data analysts to transform raw product and supplier data into high-quality, intelligent SAP master data

Drive creation, validation, and continuous improvement of material master and BOM data to support lifecycle and manufacturing decisions

Establish scalable processes and standards to convert disparate data into actionable lifecycle intelligence within SAP

Ensure accuracy, completeness, and governance of BOMs, material masters, and OEM/supplier data

Integrate lifecycle intelligence into decision-making through tools, supplier insights, and cross-functional alignment

Partner with IT and business stakeholders to enhance data models, governance, and automation

Champion data standards and scalable operating models across teams

Risk Governance & Execution

Establish and manage structured processes for identifying, tracking, and resolving obsolescence risks

Ensure clear documentation and communication of risk exposure, mitigation plans, and decision outcomes

Lead development and review of enterprise-level risk and obsolescence reporting

Communication, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Deliver executive-ready dashboards, KPIs, and program updates that drive transparency and alignment

Highlight key risks, dependencies, and blockers requiring leadership action

Build a predictable governance cadence that enables proactive decision-making

Continuously improve processes, tools, and insights to elevate program maturity

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field

At least 12 years of experience in program management, manufacturing operations, product lifecycle management, or supply chain risk

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Program Leadership: Proven success leading complex, cross-functional programs in data-driven environments

Domain Expertise: Strong knowledge of:

BOM structures and material master data

Product lifecycle and obsolescence management

Engineering change and manufacturing processes

Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to translate technical and data insights into clear, actionable business decisions

Strategic & Forward-Thinking: Anticipates risk, connects data across systems, and shapes proactive strategies

Executive Communication: Communicates clearly and influences stakeholders at all levels

Collaboration & Influence: Builds alignment across diverse, cross-functional teams

Problem Solving: Navigates ambiguity with a structured, solutions-oriented approach

Operational Excellence: Drives rigor, consistency, and continuous improvement

Ownership & Resilience: Takes initiative and delivers results in fast-paced environments

Additional Strengths Preferred:

Experience in electronics, electromechanical, or regulated industries

Familiarity with ERP systems, lifecycle intelligence platforms, and MDM tools

PMP or equivalent certification

Experience operating in global, matrixed organizations

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $151,787 - $192,264, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Life and Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Remediation

Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Nearest Major Market: New Jersey

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Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1398804300

Job Type

Full Time