Electronics Commodity Manager - Interconnect
- Own the multi-year commodity strategy for assigned interconnect categories, including supplier segmentation, footprint optimization, and dual/multi-sourcing plans.
- Lead should-cost modeling, total cost of ownership analysis, and value engineering initiatives to drive sustainable cost competitiveness.
- Monitor market dynamics (capacity constraints, lead times, obsolescence, trade/tariff shifts) and translate insights into proactive sourcing actions.
- Manage supplier performance focusing on quality, OTD, PPV, lead time, and responsiveness; drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Negotiate long-term agreements (LTAs), pricing, and terms to ensure supply assurance, cost control, and favorable commercial conditions.
- Partner with suppliers on capacity planning, demand smoothing, and risk sharing for critical parts and long-lead components.
- Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to qualify new suppliers, processes, and components; support FAI and change control.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory procurement requirements.
- Build and maintain Actions Plans to ensure execution of key business KPIs and commodity management responsibilities.
- Drive cost-out and productivity projects, including alternate qualification and standardization initiatives.
- Use data-driven insights (market indices, PPV, OTD, inventory turns) to guide decisions; forecast material cost trends and risks.
- Champion continuous improvement in sourcing processes, tools, and metrics.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in supply chain, ideally commodity management)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in commodity management
- Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and at least one ERP/MRP system; ability to interpret BOMs, drawings/specs, and lifecycle/obsolescence data.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, influence cross-functional teams, and communicate clearly with technical and commercial stakeholders.
- Experience in Aerospace, Defense, Medical, or other regulated, high-reliability industries.
- Knowledge of electronics supply market dynamics including distribution and OEM dynamics, wafer/fab constraints, component life cycles, and counterfeit avoidance programs.
- Familiarity with compliance areas such as FAR/DFARs and cybersecurity requirements for suppliers.
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