High-Risk And Critical Rare Earth Minerals Manager

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy & Global Governance

• Lead the enterprise-wide strategy for high-risk and critical mineral sourcing
• Define global governance frameworks for supplier qualification, risk assessment, and strategic inventory management.
• Partner with executive leadership and regional supply chain teams to align mineral sourcing with Coherent’s business, sustainability, and risk mitigation goals.
  
  

High-Risk Material Management & Diversification

• Identify, assess, and manage all materials categorized as high-risk due to supply concentration, geopolitical exposure, or limited global refining capacity.
• Develop and execute strategies to diversify sourcing outside of China and other high-risk regions, fostering alternative supply partnerships in Asia, North America, Europe, and allied countries.
• Build resilient supply chains by engaging with new suppliers, refining facilities, and recyclers in stable jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with ethical sourcing standards while reducing regional dependency risks.
  
  

Technical Expertise & Market Insight

• Serve as Coherent’s subject matter expert on rare earth elements (e.g., terbium, yttrium) and critical minerals (e.g., tungsten, cobalt, lithium, indium, tantalum).
• Evaluate refining processes, purity standards, and material specifications relevant to Coherent’s product portfolio.
• Monitor global market trends, pricing, and government initiatives impacting availability and trade flows.
• Partner with engineering and R&D teams to assess material substitution, recycling, and next-generation sourcing solutions.
  
  

Supplier Relationship & Strategic Partnerships

• Identify, qualify, and manage global suppliers and refiners that meet Coherent’s technical and ethical standards.
• Negotiate strategic, long-term contracts to secure stable supply at competitive costs.
• Foster partnerships with mining, refining, and recycling entities outside of high-risk regions to strengthen Coherent’s material security.
• Collaborate with governments, trade alliances, and research institutions to advance resilient supply chain initiatives.
  
  

Compliance, Risk, and Sustainability

• Ensure full compliance with international regulations and frameworks such as the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act, EU Critical Raw Materials Act, Dodd-Frank, and REACH/RoHS.
• Oversee due diligence, traceability, and ESG reporting processes to maintain transparency and ethical sourcing.
• Support sustainability and circular economy programs focused on recycling and responsible resource use.
• Conduct periodic risk reviews and scenario analyses to anticipate supply disruptions and recommend proactive mitigation plans.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering; advanced degree (MS/MBA) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of global experience in sourcing, supply chain, or materials management, with at least 5 years focused on critical or high-risk materials.
• Proven technical understanding of rare earth and critical mineral extraction, refining, and applications in advanced manufacturing.
• Experience managing supply networks across multiple business segments in a complex, global organization.
  
  

Skills

• Strong understanding of global mineral markets, refining capacity, and geopolitical risk landscapes.
• Demonstrated success in supplier diversification and de-risking initiatives, especially outside of high-dependency regions.
• Deep analytical, negotiation, and contract management skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities across technical, executive, and global teams.
• Commitment to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.
  
  

Performance Indicators

• Reduction in sourcing dependency from high-risk regions.
• Security of supply across all Coherent segments.
• Achievement of cost and risk mitigation targets.
• Supplier diversification and performance improvement.
• Compliance with ESG, regulatory, and responsible sourcing standards.
  
  

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite
  
  

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization, and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to work.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. Its an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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