Sr Commodity Manager

Primary Responsibilities

• Contribute to overall business procurement and supply chain strategy at F5
• Develop commodity strategies and lead cross-functional execution for optimal cost, supply chain, quality and on-time deliveries
• Lead RFx process for supplier selection supporting new product introductions
• Manage Suppliers development through a tracked Maturity Assessment too and provide report outs to the Executive Team and peer level staff
• Manage cost updates throughout NPI development cycle and sustaining to ensure costs stay below target
• Analyze market trends and data, develop strategy and pipeline to meet cost reduction goals
• Drive supply chain risk mitigations though multi-sourcing and supplier relationship management
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions
• Manage strategic supplier relationship(s) and host quarterly business reviews for strategic supplier performance management and on-going strategic alignment
• Resolve issues and disputes related to commodity procurement and delivery
• Prepare and present reports and recommendations on commodity management activities and outcomes
• Stay updated on industry best practices, regulations, and standards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a commodity manager or a similar role in electronics product industry with at least 5 years sourcing electrical or mechanical components and sub-assemblies
• Experiences in custom mechanical, Optics, electrical components and PCB’s strongly preferred
• Hold a Bachelors degree in supply chain management, electrical engineering or a related field
• Experiences managing multiple Customer Mechanical fabrication categories
• Experiences working with global contract manufacturers a strong plus
• Highly skilled using Excel and Power Point
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Pay

The annual base pay for this position is: $134,400.00 - $201,600.00

F5 Networks, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

F5 reserves the right to change or terminate any benefit plan without notice.