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Semiconductor Inventory Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics
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Semiconductor Inventory Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics
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Job Posting Title : Semiconductor Inventory Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics
Hiring Department : Texas Institute for Electronics
Position Open To : All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours : 40
FLSA Status : Exempt
Earliest Start Date : Immediately
Position Duration : Expected to Continue
Location : AUSTIN, TX
General Notes : Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on a full‑time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
About Us The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin‑supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state‑of‑the‑art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. With over $1 billion of funding from the US DoD and the State of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting‑edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more.
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Purpose The purpose of the Inventory Manager role at TIE is to ensure the effective management of all semiconductor‑related inventory activities, including spare parts, raw materials, and production supplies to support business efficiency and cost control. This role ensures accurate record‑keeping, expiration management, and optimal inventory levels, while collaborating with procurement, manufacturing, and receiving teams to streamline inventory processes.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement inventory control procedures and systems for semiconductor equipment, parts, and commodities.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock replenishment with the Procurement Department.
Conduct regular audits and cycle counts to ensure semiconductor‑related inventory accuracy.
Coordinate with the Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and storage of goods.
Manage material expiration dates and apply FIFO (First‑In, First‑Out) practices based on commodity type.
Analyze inventory data and generate reports for management.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Train and supervise inventory staff as needed.
Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
3 years of experience in inventory management.
Strong knowledge of inventory management software and systems (e.g., Warehouse Management Systems – WMS).
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of experience in inventory management.
Experience in setting up a new customer or supporting customer onboarding process.
Salary Range TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries.
Working Conditions
May work in all weather conditions.
May work around chemicals.
Lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity (e.g., using a mouse).
Required Materials
Resume/CV.
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest (optional).
Application Instructions Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply; then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that all Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you must apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log‑in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left‑hand navigation menu, and update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and so on. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Semiconductor Inventory Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics
role at
The University of Texas at Austin
Job Posting Title : Semiconductor Inventory Manager, Texas Institute for Electronics
Hiring Department : Texas Institute for Electronics
Position Open To : All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours : 40
FLSA Status : Exempt
Earliest Start Date : Immediately
Position Duration : Expected to Continue
Location : AUSTIN, TX
General Notes : Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on a full‑time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
About Us The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin‑supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state‑of‑the‑art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. With over $1 billion of funding from the US DoD and the State of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting‑edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more.
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Purpose The purpose of the Inventory Manager role at TIE is to ensure the effective management of all semiconductor‑related inventory activities, including spare parts, raw materials, and production supplies to support business efficiency and cost control. This role ensures accurate record‑keeping, expiration management, and optimal inventory levels, while collaborating with procurement, manufacturing, and receiving teams to streamline inventory processes.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement inventory control procedures and systems for semiconductor equipment, parts, and commodities.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock replenishment with the Procurement Department.
Conduct regular audits and cycle counts to ensure semiconductor‑related inventory accuracy.
Coordinate with the Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and storage of goods.
Manage material expiration dates and apply FIFO (First‑In, First‑Out) practices based on commodity type.
Analyze inventory data and generate reports for management.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Train and supervise inventory staff as needed.
Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
3 years of experience in inventory management.
Strong knowledge of inventory management software and systems (e.g., Warehouse Management Systems – WMS).
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of experience in inventory management.
Experience in setting up a new customer or supporting customer onboarding process.
Salary Range TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries.
Working Conditions
May work in all weather conditions.
May work around chemicals.
Lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity (e.g., using a mouse).
Required Materials
Resume/CV.
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest (optional).
Application Instructions Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply; then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that all Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you must apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log‑in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left‑hand navigation menu, and update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E‑Verify
E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and so on. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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