Sourcing Commodity Manager
About The Position
Cisco is seeking a Sourcing Commodity Manager for its Mechanical Sourcing team. This global role combines thermal and mechanical knowledge to formulate and accomplish strategic sourcing initiatives that support Cisco’s product offerings. The position involves working with collaborators and suppliers worldwide and influencing sourcing strategy internationally. The manager drives supplier engagement, negotiations, and selection for thermal and mechanical components, ensuring alignment with Cisco’s performance, reliability, and cost standards. The role also partners with suppliers, engineers, product managers, and quality teams to advance solutions while meeting product timelines and budgets. The position is part of a collaborative, fast-paced team. The posted starting salary range for U.S. and/or Canada locations is $162,500 to $205,400, excluding incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Location-specific ranges are also provided for certain U.S. locations.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of experience in the thermal industry, with mechanical industry knowledge and the ability to understand relevant manufacturing processes and procedures.
- At least 8 years of experience in supplier management.
- At least 8 years of experience negotiating deals in the technology industry.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working effectively with senior collaborators and executive leadership to drive alignment and decision-making.
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented, people-focused approach to collaboration and influence across diverse groups.
- Ability to contribute fresh ideas, use data to advise decisions, take initiative in learning, and adapt positively to change.
- Ability to lead constructive discussions, take ownership, handle emotions with appreciation, and support team growth.
- Ability to understand customer needs, leverage digital tools, improve processes, and align decisions with business strategy.
- Liquid cooling experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for thermal and mechanical components.
- Engage, negotiate with, and select suppliers to secure components that meet performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness standards.
- Collaborate with suppliers, engineers, product managers, and quality teams to advance thermal and mechanical solutions while meeting product timelines and budget goals.
- Contribute to team collaboration and mutual support.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- Paid birthday day off
- Paid year-end holiday shutdown
- Personal wellness days
- Paid vacation time for non-exempt employees
- Flexible vacation time off program for eligible exempt employees
- Sick time off
- Additional paid time away may be requested for critical or emergency family issues
- Optional paid volunteer days
- Annual bonuses for eligible non-sales roles
- Potential Cisco restricted stock unit grants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
