Global Commodity Manager

Strategic Commodity Manager IV

Location: Livermore, CA

Pay Rate: $91.14/hour

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Commodity Manager IV to develop and execute long-term commodity strategies that support business growth, supply continuity, cost optimization, and competitive differentiation. This role will focus on managing OEM parts commodities and driving end-to-end sourcing strategies that align with the organization's 3-year business objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, and global supply chain operations, preferably within the semiconductor equipment industry.

Key Responsibilities

Commodity Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute a 3-year commodity vision, strategy, and organizational roadmap for assigned OEM part commodities.
• Drive supplier expansion and consolidation initiatives to ensure optimal supplier portfolios that meet business requirements.
• Identify and support supplier investments in R&D, capacity expansion, and technology development aligned with long-term business needs.
• Create strategies to improve commodity availability, quality, flexibility, and total cost of ownership.

Supplier Management & Negotiations

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and complex supplier negotiations.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts to achieve annual objectives related to cost, quality, lead time, and supply flexibility.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Instill a culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the supplier network.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Gain executive alignment and drive organizational adoption of commodity strategies.
• Partner closely with engineering, operations, manufacturing, procurement, and product management teams.
• Provide leadership and direction to global supply chain stakeholders while influencing decision-making across a matrix organization.
• Drive business processes that improve prioritization, responsiveness, and customer outcomes.

Supply Chain Management

• Develop and maintain a resilient global supply chain capable of supporting increased production demand.
• Assess supply risks and make informed decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Balance competing priorities while ensuring business continuity and supply assurance.
• Present strategic recommendations and business updates to senior leadership, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in supply chain, sourcing, procurement, commodity management, or related disciplines.
• Strong experience negotiating complex contractual and commercial agreements.
• Extensive experience working with global suppliers and international supply chains.
• Advanced SAP experience.
• Demonstrated success operating within a matrixed organization.
• Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience within the Semiconductor Equipment industry.
• Experience developing long-term commodity strategies and supplier roadmaps.
• Proven ability to influence executive leadership and drive organizational change.
• Strong understanding of supplier development, capacity planning, and strategic sourcing methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Sourcing
• Commodity Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Global Supply Chain Operations
• SAP
• Cost Reduction Initiatives
• Risk Management
• Executive Communication
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Supplier Development
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Semiconductor Industry Experience

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.