Job Title: Commodity Manager

Job Description

This role requires a dedicated professional to oversee commodity sourcing and management of EE, E-Mech, and Mechanical components for a significant project. The position involves extensive interaction with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure deadlines are met and support cross-functional objectives. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, due to applicable export control laws.

ResponsibilitiesManage EE Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Components on PCBA BOMs.Negotiate contracts and component pricing with manufacturers and suppliers.Drive cost avoidance and work on cost reduction opportunities with suppliers and internal teams.Review the BOMs and establish alternate sourcing strategy for critical single-source components.Manage RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs with suppliers.Provide support as an escalation path on component Clear-To-Build (CTB) shortages.Attend CTB meetings with EMS suppliers and manage component Part Purchase Variance (PPV).Provide component forecasts to manufacturers and suppliers.Review the BOMs for any obsolescence, LTB, and NRND resolutions.Work closely with internal teams to resolve quality-related issues on components.Drive commodity strategies for the assigned components.Manage suppliers' PCNs and internal changes.Place purchasing requests/orders.Drive supplier annual business reviews.Essential Skills5+ years of direct work experience on EE components, Mech, and Electro-Mechanical components.5+ years of project/program management experience within Supply Chain.Experience in managing tools and systems such as Smartsheet, Confluence, MS Excel, JIRA, SAP, or similar ERP systems.Background in engineering, preferably with semiconductors or related degree or work experience.Demonstrated capability to refine and articulate problem statements to a wide audience including engineering, quality, reliability, legal, and leadership.Ability to multi-task and manage high complexity programs.Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, as document write-ups will be required.Additional Skills & QualificationsEngineering degree and Supply Chain experience.Experience working in aerospace and automotive industries.Work Environment

The position is fully onsite in Sunnyvale, CA. The work environment emphasizes ownership, delivering results, and diving deep into challenges. The role involves the use of various technologies and ERP systems, and collaboration with a dynamic team dedicated to project success.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $82.00 - $84.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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