Senior Sourcing Commodity Manager, Optics
Core
Strategically develop optics commodity strategies to drive time to market, ensure supply continuity, and meet cost reduction initiatives for Arista's networking equipment.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (optics/electronics)
Builds
Strategic sourcing strategies, cost models, and a robust global supply base for optics components.
Domain
Networking hardware / Optics / Electronics manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, spend analysis, supplier assessment and selection, contract negotiation, cost modeling (TAC/should cost), supply chain efficiency optimization, cross-functional coordination, performance measurement of supply base, mentoring junior staff
Preferred skills
Networking environment experience, electronics/electrical purchasing, Master's degree, CPIM/CIRM/C.P.M. certification
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Project, Access)
Responsibilities
Create and implement strategic sourcing strategies for optics commodities; undertake spend analysis and supplier selection; build cost models to validate strategies and understand cost drivers; coordinate with Engineering and NPI teams for part selection; manage supplier relationships; monitor and report on savings targets; negotiate cost models including hard and soft money; provide input for annual savings targets; train and mentor junior supply chain personnel.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
