Samsung

Sr. Manager, Foundry Sales Business Development

Samsung$176K — $280K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science plus 15+ years experience, or Master's with 13+ years, or PhD with 10+ years.
  • 5 to 7+ years in the semiconductor industry, especially Logic Foundries and customer-facing roles.
  • Demonstrated success in semiconductor marketing/sales/business development with complex deals.
  • Strong self-motivated leader with a proven track record of achieving results.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with a vast professional network.

Responsibilities

  • Generate and develop new accounts from initial contact to final onboarding.
  • Articulate semiconductor process technology and tailor solutions to customer needs.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to manage successful technical marketing and business proposals.
  • Lead contract negotiations and manage sales operations post-conversion.
  • Gather and integrate industry and customer requirements for marketing strategies.
  • Demonstrate strong negotiation skills to secure favorable contract terms.
  • Monitor competitive landscapes to inform sales strategies.

Benefits

  • 4+ weeks of paid time off per year plus holidays and sick leave.
  • Support for family planning, including adoption and medical travel.
  • Free therapy sessions and on-demand wellness apps for emotional support.
  • Onsite gym and café as well as virtual fitness classes.
  • Flexible work environment allowing for work-life balance.
  • Charitable giving match and community involvement opportunities.
Full Job Description
Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.

What You'll Do

We are looking for a Senior Manager, with Foundry Sales and Business Management experience to join our rapid expanding Foundry business. You are an ideal candidate if you have an established business background in a customer facing role in Logic Foundry, with a proven track record of managing and growing existing business, developed new business, and successfully led internal teams and contract negotiations. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in our industry of Hyperscalers, established semiconductor companies, including emerging ones. If this sounds like you and you have what it takes, we want to hear from you. You will have an opportunity to be part of an exciting transition our business and industry is going through and the opportunity to join us as we shape the future ahead of us.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA in alignment with our Flexible Work policy

Reports to: Director/VP of Foundry Sales & Business Development
  • Generate and drive new accounts to successful results. Own account management from the point of first contact to final onboarding.
  • Good understanding of semiconductor process technology and be able to articulate Samsung's strengths and craft solutions based on customer needs.
  • Work with various internal organizations (including Marketing, Design & Process Technology, Finance, Legal and Headquarter team) to lead successful Technical marketing pitches, collaborate internally and externally to manage RFIs/RFQs to drive new business design awards.
  • Once opportunities gets converted, lead contract negotiations and eventually manage sales operations with the support team.
  • Assimilate industry and customer requirements and roadmaps to feed into marketing knowledgebase.
  • Strong Contract negotiation and closing skills.
  • Good understanding of competitive landscapes and understand strategies of semiconductor.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned

What You Bring
  • Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science with 15+ years experience or Masters in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science with 13+ years experience or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related Physical Science with 10+ years experience.
  • Masters of Business Discipline along with Engineering Degree a PLUS.
  • 5 to 7+ years' experience in the semiconductor industry, particularly Logic Foundries, working with ASIC and COT business models, eco-system partners (IP and OSAT partners) in a customer facing role.
  • Proven experience in semiconductor marketing/sales/business development roles with track record of closing complex deals.
  • Track record of hands on leadership, able to work independently, and self-motivated with strong drive to win.
  • Team player with the ability to work across diverse cross-functional teams spread across the world.
  • Relationship manager with a vast network and experience working with Executives.
  • Excellent oral, written, analytical and presentation skills.
  • Leadership skills to influence all levels of the organization.
  • You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
  • An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
  • You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
  • Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change

PREFERED SKILLS
  • Good understanding of advanced node semiconductor process technology, IP ecosystem, ASIC and COT business models, and HPC, Hyperscalers, Data Center industry landscape.
  • Demonstrated results in establishing creative partnerships.
  • Experience with semiconductor industry supply contracts.

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What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way-including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$176,000-$280,000 USD

About Samsung

Samsung is a South Korean multinational conglomerate that specializes in electronics, appliances, and telecommunications equipment. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Suwon, South Korea. Samsung is one of the largest electronics companies in the world, with operations in over 80 countries. The company's products include smartphones, TVs, home appliances, and semiconductors. Samsung is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using renewable energy and reducing waste. The company is also involved in several philanthropic initiatives, such as supporting education and healthcare programs.
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