EDUCATION

Stanford University; Stanford, CA. College of Engineering September 2011-June 2013

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Boston University; Boston, MA. College of Engineering September 2007-May 2011

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Cum Laude, Minor in Russian Literature

Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv, Israel. School for Overseas Students Spring 2009

STRENGTHS

Strong analytical background, superior communication, negotiation & interpersonal skills, an eye for creativity in problem solving, an insatiable, lightning-speed learner with a passion for emerging technology

EXPERIENCE

Google Semiconductor Commodity Manager – Datacenter Electronics, Remote/Sunnyvale, CA September 2020-October 2023

• Commodity manager for sole source power electronics including ADC/DACs, sequencers, eFuse/hotswaps, NOR Flash ; 88M yearly spend
• Developed and implemented datacenter strategies for sequencers, eFuses, & hotswap chips
• Created supply monitoring processes that allowed critical build plans (optical switches, servers, storage utilities) to meet production targets during a period of high market supply constriction
• Influenced multiple suppliers to develop next generation of high power eFuse products in accordance with Google specs; got engineering resources to attend weekly use case discussions for +1.5yrs; audited fabs to assure products are built and tested to Google standards
• Organized and led team building initiatives, creating cohesion in a team split between APAC & US

Carbon Commodity Manager – Optics & Electronics, Redwood City, CA January 2019-June 2020

• Commodity manager for complex and custom commodities responsible for sourcing and procuring 15M spend across 30 suppliers
• Created and implemented category strategies for custom UV optics, glass, electronics and special materials
• Managed and mentored interns and junior staff, providing leadership and education on best practices for negotiations, RFQs and ERP data analytics
• Sourced and qualified vendors to implement a refurbishment process resulting in 30% reduction in RMA costs

Starry Global Strategic Sourcing Manager, Remote/Boston, MA May 2017-February 2018

• Developed sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives of high-growth start-up, including leading strategic supplier selection, negotiating pricing to achieve aggressive cost-targets for rapidly scaling product demand
• Established process and managed RFI/RFQs, quote analysis, and negotiation of commercial agreements with global suppliers
• Ensured supply continuity, working closely with engineers and critical component suppliers
• Partnered with development teams, contract manufacturers and suppliers to select components optimized for system performance/cost

Sonos Global Sourcing Manager - Electronics, Boston, MA January 2017-May 2017

• Commodity manager for memory, discrete semiconductors, crystals & oscillators; 15M yearly spend
• Maintained supply stability and cost targets in a tightly constrained memory market
• Ensured a competitive environment and supply continuity by identifying second source components and suppliers
• Deepened partnerships with strategic suppliers to ensure streamlined communication, product support, cost and timely delivery
• Managed cross-functional collaboration between engineering, finance, and program management to drive supply chain strategy

Sonos Electronics Sourcing Analyst, Boston, MA September 2015-January 2017

• Executed a system driven supplier management process for all semiconductor commodities
• Managed RFP/RFQ solicitations and conducted price negotiations to meet target costs
• Managed domestic quick-turn prototype PCBA suppliers & process
• Configured and managed the PLM database, developing & documenting best practices and policies
• Collaborated with hardware engineering to identify & select cost optimal component solutions

Skyhook Wireless Lead Sales Engineer, Boston, MA September 2014-August 2015

• Provided technical support during evaluation of new service opportunities to ensure the prospect received the highest level of service
• Solved complex data analytics problems utilizing shell scripting, MySQL, Python & Perl
• Present complex technical explanations and proof of concept to non-technical professionals in a clear and concise manner

The Cavan Group Assistant Project Management Consultant, Boston, MA October 2013-September 2014

• Worked on a cross-functional team to develop a data center strategy for a fortune 100 company including extensive RFP processes
• Worked with C-level executives to develop strategies for data center architecture and disaster recovery
• Lead projects bringing up IT infrastructure at new corporate sites

Stanford University Researcher, Stanford, CA September 2011-March 2013

• Project focus was to develop a laser-driven fiber optic gyroscope (FOG) suitable for inertial navigation applications
• Experimentally reduced drift in a broadband source-driven FOG by 18% and used the results to improve laser system

CERTIFICATIONS

MIT Sloan Executive Education; Supply Chain Strategy & Management March 2017

MIT Sloan Executive Education; Negotiation for Executives June 2016

HONORS

Gerald L. Pearson Memorial Fellowship- Awarded to the top quarter of incoming Electrical Engineering graduate

students at Stanford University Fall 2011-Spring 2012

P.T. Hsu Outstanding Senior Design Project- An award given for work on a non-verbal communication device Spring 2011

Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society Fall 2010 to present

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