Global Commodity Manager – PCBs & Interconnect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement global commodity strategies for PCBs (Rigid, Flex, Rigid-Flex, HDI) and Interconnect (Cable Assemblies & Connectors), ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and cost targets.

• Assist global quoting teams during New Product Introduction (NPI) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) phases, optimizing sourcing strategies for cost, lead time, and manufacturability.

• Identify, evaluate, and cultivate strategic global suppliers (both domestic and international) to guarantee supply continuity, technical capability, and scalability.

• Lead supplier negotiations and manage contracts, including Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), pricing agreements, capacity reservations, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Establish and oversee preferred supplier networks, promoting consolidation and leverage across various sites.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Site Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Operations to ensure alignment on sourcing strategies and their execution.

• Drive supplier performance management through scorecards, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and corrective action plans focused on quality, delivery, and responsiveness.

• Spearhead cost reduction initiatives, including Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), should-cost modeling, design for manufacturability, and alternative sourcing strategies.

• Manage global supply risks, such as capacity constraints, geopolitical risks, material shortages (e.g., laminates, copper, resins), and technology limitations.

• Stay updated on PCB and Interconnect market conditions, including lead time trends, pricing influences, and technological advancements.

• Lead supplier transitions and resourcing initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption to production and customer commitments.

• Utilize web-based procurement tools, analytics platforms, and e-sourcing tools to make data-driven decisions.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7–10+ years of experience in global sourcing or supply chain within Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) or electronics manufacturing.

• In-depth knowledge of PCB technologies (Rigid, Flex, HDI) and/or Interconnect (Cable Assemblies, Connectors).

• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, contract development, and executing cost reduction strategies.

• Strong comprehension of PCB fabrication processes and supply base (both domestic and Asia), as well as Interconnect manufacturing and value-add processes.

• Understanding of lead time drivers, capacity constraints, and market dynamics.

• Experience in supporting NPI / RFQ environments and design-to-cost initiatives.

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data-driven decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% both domestically and internationally.

• A valid passport is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance plans - options include: 3 High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA).

• Dental insurance plans - options include: a Standard plan and a Buy-up plan which includes adult orthodontia.

• Vision Insurance.

• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) – options include: Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only).

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Wellness program.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Holiday Pay.

• 401(k) plan.

• Employer matching contributions (50% to every dollar up to 6%).

• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (company paid) at 1-times your annual salary, with options to increase coverage amounts.

• Basic Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance (company paid), with options to increase coverage amounts.

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance plans at a group discount.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Training and development programs.

• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that prioritizes promotions and internal learning.