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About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role: The VP of Sales, US will lead sales responsibility for the North American region, driving growth by partnering with GF Product Lines and End Market teams to define and execute go-to-market (GTM) strategies. This role will focus on customer acquisition, revenue growth, and strategic account management while strengthening GF’s presence in key US markets.
Essential Responsibilities:
Lead executive sales strategy for GF’s corporate presence in the US Market.
Drive alliance efforts across the US semiconductor ecosystem, including design, manufacturing, and tool/material supply partnerships.
Expand customer acquisition efforts, focusing on design wins and tapeout revenue growth through strategic account planning and execution
Develop new opportunities beyond traditional client base, targeting high-growth segments such as hyperscale, AI, Automotive, aerospace, and OEM players
Assess and align sales opportunities, resources, and capabilities to ensure GF’s US sales plan execution and accurate forecasting
Foster a culture of success, ensuring continuous sales growth, customer engagement, and satisfaction management.
Strengthen executive level customer relationships, working across procurement, sourcing and engineering teams to secure high-value strategic wins.
Optimize sales team development, making data-driven recommendations on role structures, coverage models, and team configurations to enhance sales productivity
Monitor customer, market, and competitor activity, providing feedback to GF strategy and product teams to refine market positioning and offerings.
Other Responsibilities:
Executive oversight and support of university and academic partnerships to drive innovation and talent development
Lead engagement with US media, participate in key industry events and roundtables to enhance GF’s market presence
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.
Other duties as assigned by manager.
Required Qualifications:
Education – Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
Experience – Minimum of 15 years of progressive Business Development or Sales experience within the Semiconductor industry
Strong experience managing multi-tiered customer relationships, selling to large customers and establishing relationships at the C-suite level
Strong relationships and proven value selling leadership expertise operating within the semiconductor B2B model
Value and solution selling acumen specifically with Tier 1 targets
Driven Activities beyond sales including PR/public/private partnerships
Track record of recruiting and mentoring teams and diverse talent, ground up
Travel - Up to 50%
Fluency in English – written & verbal.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education – Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
Experience – Minimum of 20 years sf progressive Business Development or Sales leadership experience within the Semiconductor industry.
Expected Salary Range
$220,500.00 - $353,400.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
The role you are applying for may require you to obtain a US Department of Defense Security Clearance at some time during your employment. Acceptance of this role commits to applying for such if requested. Further, the applicant consents to being asked questions about their citizenship and background to assess the likelihood of obtaining a Security Clearance. The applicant also acknowledges that GlobalFoundries can only nominate and submit an application for a Security Clearance. The granting of a Security Clearance is at the sole discretion of the U.S. Government and the Department of Defense.
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An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
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