Sourcing Commodity Manager - PCB

Application window closes on 08/31/2026 or earlier if the position is filled or sufficient applications are received.

About the role

Cisco Global Supplier Management (GSM) team is seeking a motivated Technical Sourcing Commodity Manager for PCB commodity. You will join a highly impactful and dynamic organization collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers on early technology sensing and sourcing engagement across Cisco engineering teams. We work closely with hardware design engineering, component engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to develop the next generation of products including AI. We partner with industry-leading PCB suppliers to develop technology roadmaps aligned to Cisco's next-generation technology development, delivering cutting-edge technologies at competitive prices.

Responsibilities

• Provide industry (PCB, sub-tiers) knowledge and understanding of market trends (cost, technology, supply chain design, etc.).
• Define and set strategic direction for PCB sourcing.
• Collaborate with Business Unit partners to understand long-term requirements, map requirements into supply base offerings, close roadmap gaps, and facilitate optimal component selection.
• Implement sourcing decisions, risk assessment/mitigation, and alternate technical solution development.
• Manage large, complex programs consisting of multiple locations and Business Units.
• Resolve large-scale project issues independently and manage partner concerns within Cisco.
• International travel may be required.

Requirements

• BS or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant experience (could be a combination of engineering design with business strategy experience).
• PCB product manufacturing, laminate technology, and industry experience is a must.
• Technical knowledge relevant to PCB technologies (Line Card, Backplane, Rigid/Flex/HDI, Laminates, Glass cloth).

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive business strategy and implementation knowledge.
• Strong technical and business-related problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong experience with PCB technology/ecosystem.

Why Cisco?

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era—and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across their entire digital footprint. Fueled by our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. With a worldwide network of doers and experts, the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make a global impact.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $140,800.00 to $183,000.00 for new hires in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. Below are the full salary ranges for specific locations:

• New York City Metro Area: $140,800.00 - $210,500.00
• Non-Metro New York State & Washington State: $128,200.00 - $186,700.00

For quota-based sales roles, the ranges include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 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.
• Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at 4.92 hours per pay period.
• Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit (subject to business limitations).
• 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, with up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward.
• Additional paid time away may be requested for critical or emergency family issues.
• Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer.
• Eligibility to earn annual bonuses (for non-sales roles) or performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles).
• Employees may be eligible for grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment.