Executive Summary
Alp Consulting has a successful 15-year track record in recruitment for the semiconductor industry. Despite challenges such as limited talent pool and passive candidate profiles, Alp maintains preferred partner status with key clients like Rambus, Broadcom, and Cadence through strategic sourcing and persistent engagement.
Background
The semiconductor industry includes companies designing and fabricating devices like transistors and integrated circuits. The global sector saw record sales of $555.9 billion in 2021, led by firms from the US, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, and the Netherlands. India's electronics market expanded to USD 400 billion by 2020 but still faces a skill gap, with 65-70% reliance on imports.
The Indian government supports this sector with significant financial commitments and incentives, aiming to grow domestic manufacturing and talent.
Client Profile
Alp Consulting serves prominent semiconductor firms such as:
- Qualcomm
- Cadence
- Rambus
- Moschip Technologies
- Cientra
- Sinergia Labs
Challenges
- Limited number of companies and scarce specialized talent in the semiconductor domain.
- High resume duplication due to interconnected candidate networks.
- Most candidates are passive, requiring motivation for career moves.
- Candidate preference for roles offering new technology exposure, startup environments, or onsite opportunities.
Approach
- Leveraging social media platforms and referral networks for talent access.
- Consistent follow-ups to nurture passive candidates.
- Understanding candidate motivations to align opportunities with their career aspirations.
Results
Alp Consulting successfully closed key semiconductor positions for top clients by overcoming talent scarcity through persistent and strategic sourcing, sustaining long-term client relationships.