The Lead Supply Planner for NPI Supply Planning & Inventory Management is responsible for driving end‑to‑end planning activities across wafer, substrate, assembly, test, logistics, and inventory flows to support new product introduction (NPI) programs.

This role partners closely with global cross‑functional teams—including Engineering, Product, OSATs, Foundry, PE/TE, Quality, and Business Units—to ensure supply readiness, risk mitigation, and operational execution from NPI to HVM transition

Rambus offers a flexible work environment, embracing a hybrid approach for most office-based roles. Employees are encouraged to spend an average of at least three days per week onsite, allowing for two days of remote work.  

• Assist in developing and maintaining NPI supply plans to support product demand and inventory targets including wafer start, substrate planning, assembly/test loading and hardware readiness.
• Analyze NPI sample forecasts to anticipate demand and secure supply availability.
• Coordinate cross‑functionally to ensure readiness across test programs, hardware, and OSAT capacity.
• Identify potential supply risks (capacity, material, quality, readiness) and drive mitigation plans with internal and external partners.
• Own NPI inventory visibility and reporting—materials, substrates, WIP, and finished goods.
• Drive inventory action plans to maintain appropriate levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Support cycle‑count, inventory audits, and warehouse management processes.
• Standardize and improve NPI planning processes, including readiness tracking, build plan governance, and NPI → HVM transition controls.

• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor supply chain, planning, operations, or related functions.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with planning tools, ERP/MRP systems, and inventory management.
• Ability to work independently, make timely decisions, and manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across diverse global teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience coordinating with OSATs, foundry partners, substrate management and test houses strongly preferred.
• Flexibility to work across US and APAC time zones.

About Rambus 

Rambus is a global company that makes industry-leading memory interface chips and Silicon IP to advance data center connectivity and solve the bottleneck between memory and processing. With over 30 years of semiconductor experience, we are a leading provider of high-performance products and innovations that maximize the bandwidth, capacity and security for AI and other data-intensive workloads. Our world-class team is the foundation of our company, and our innovative spirit drives us to develop the cutting-edge products and technologies essential for tomorrow’s systems.  

Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time-off program, and gym membership.  

The US salary range for this full-time position is $87,700 to $162,900. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. 

At Rambus, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We value a range of perspectives and experiences that contribute to innovation and collaboration. Our goal is to ensure that all team members have equitable access to opportunities, resources, and a sense of belonging. We believe that a culture of fairness and inclusion helps us all do our best work. 

 
Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  

Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please feel free to inform us in your application. 

Rambus does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. 

For more information about Rambus, visit rambus.com. For additional information on life at Rambus and our current openings, check out rambus.com/careers/. 

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