Sourcing Commodity Manager
About The Position
The Global Supplier Management (GSM) team enables Cisco to redefine the industry by delivering an edge through technology innovation, strategic supplier relationships, and cost excellence. Within this group, the Strategic Silicon Sourcing team works closely with technology and business leaders to drive and source silicon solutions for Cisco's next-generation products. We are a team that tackles sophisticated technical and business challenges to power the future of connectivity. In this role, you will develop and execute the Commodity Strategy to support Cisco's hardware infrastructure. You will work closely with Hardware Design Engineers to provide technical expertise and market insights while orchestrating roadmap reviews between Engineering and suppliers. This is an exciting opportunity to strike the right balance between supply continuity, cost, and delivery, ultimately driving value engineering through ideation and execution.
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar role or field with a bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing complex business strategies.
- Working knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of microprocessor technology, features, development cycles, and marketplace dynamics.
- Experience with technology/component risk rating and mitigation planning.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in negotiation, conflict resolution, and building strong internal/external relationships.
- Proven ability to be analytical, influence senior stakeholders, and solve complex situations.
- Experience in supply chain operations and semiconductor component quality management.
- Background in Marketing, Sales, or Engineering within the Semiconductor industry.
- Familiarity with standard bodies (e.g., IEEE, ITU) and architecture (Processor/Multimedia).
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive commodity strategies for silicon solutions.
- Investigate and source next-generation chip technology.
- Align and influence engineering teams on product roadmaps and strategic initiatives.
- Provide technical expertise and market trend analysis to internal partners.
- Drive value engineering through proactive ideation and cross-functional execution.
- Lead and orchestrate roadmap reviews to ensure alignment between business requirements and supplier capabilities.
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- paid parental leave
- short and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
- plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
- flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
- up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- annual bonuses
- performance-based incentive pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
