Supplier Commodity Manager - Optics (Hybrid)
Core
Manage the supply base and strategy for High Power Lasers, Pump Lasers, CW Lasers, and ELSFP components.
Role type
Senior Commodity Manager (Supply Chain)
Builds
Optical component supply chain continuity and cost efficiency for Cisco networking products.
Domain
Technology / Optics / Supply Chain
Required skills
Commodity management, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, strategic inventory planning, cost analysis, risk assessment, market trend analysis, legal agreement negotiation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Data analytics, change management, executive escalation handling
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop and execute commodity strategy; manage supplier relationships across technical, commercial, delivery, and quality aspects; track inventory and ensure supply continuity; drive quarterly cost and lead-time negotiations; manage performance reviews and executive escalations; assess market indicators and risks; negotiate legal agreements (MPAs, MOUs, VMI); influence supplier investments.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
