Thomas Smekal, Cscp
About Thomas Smekal, Cscp
Thomas Smekal is a Sr. Principal Manager at onsemi, specializing in Global Sourcing and Procurement, IP Licensing, and Contracts. With over 30 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, he has a proven track record of achieving significant cost savings and effective negotiation outcomes.
Work at Onsemi
Thomas Smekal has been employed at onsemi since 2013, currently holding the position of Sr. Principal Manager, Global Sourcing & Procurement, IP Licensing & Contracts. In this role, he has focused on negotiating and managing IP license costs, achieving an average annual reduction of $2 million. His responsibilities also include coordinating strategies among internal and external legal teams for IP contracts and licensing. Prior to his current role, he served in various capacities at onsemi, including Manager of the Foundry Business Unit and Integrated Passive Devices BU, and Sr. Process Engineer in Global Manufacturing & Strategy.
Previous Experience
Before joining onsemi, Thomas Smekal worked at Texas Instruments as a Manufacturing Process Engineer and later as a Process Engineer in the Defense Electronics Group from 1984 to 1992. He also held the position of Principal Member of Technical Staff at Motorola Home & Networks Mobility from 1994 to 2002. His early career at Texas Instruments provided him with foundational experience in manufacturing processes, which he later applied in various roles across different organizations.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Smekal earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas. He further enhanced his expertise in supply chain management by obtaining the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) designation from The Procurement & Logistics Academy. His educational background supports his extensive experience in global sourcing and procurement, particularly in the semiconductor industry.
Achievements in Cost Reduction
Throughout his career, Thomas Smekal has demonstrated a strong ability to generate cost savings. At onsemi, he achieved an average yearly cost savings of 18% through the implementation of global procurement strategies. Additionally, he generated yearly savings of $40 million by developing and driving cost reduction strategies. His negotiation skills and strategic management have significantly impacted the financial performance of the organizations he has worked for.