Global Commodity Manager: Printed Circuit Boards

Ciena; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 93,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Commodity Manager to lead the Printed Circuit Boards portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing market trends, developing strategies, and negotiating supplier terms to optimize costs. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and fosters a culture of respect and belonging, while making a meaningful impact in the telecommunications space.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(K) with Company Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation Time

Company-Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement of PCBs or similar commodities.
• Knowledge of PCB industry, suppliers, market trends, and technologies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commodity strategies for PCB portfolio management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve Ciena’s overall objectives.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Management

Supply Chain Risk Management

Market Trend Analysis

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Time Management

Education

Engineering Degree

Business Degree

Job description

Global Commodity Manager: Printed Circuit Boards

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

• Req#: R027660

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

The successful candidate will be a member of the Ciena’s Global Commodity Management team and responsible for managing Printed Circuit Board (PCB) portfolio. Candidate shall be responsible for analyzing PCB market trends, developing commodity strategies, negotiating supplier pricing & business terms, developing supply assurance programs, managing suppliers and serving as Ciena’s subject matter expert for all business related activities associated with commodity.

How You Will Contribute:

• Develop and implement commodity strategies that ensures the utilization of best in class products & suppliers based on Technology, Quality, Supply & Cost
• Monitor commodity market trends such as new technology developments, product costs, global supply conditions and competitive supplier landscape to develop strategies that leverage market trends
• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to develop and implement commodity strategies that achieve Ciena’s overall objectives
• Serve as lead negotiator to optimize Ciena’s total cost of ownership for commodity over product lifecycle
• Monitor capacity readiness with suppliers for new and sustaining products to ensure time to market expectations & revenue/customer commitments are achieved
• Resolve critical supply shortages by actively working with suppliers and EMS partners
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks associated with Ciena’s suppliers and ensure supply availability for PCB products
• Define & implement strategies that minimize Ciena’s supply chain risks and ensure continuity of supply for optical components
• Collaborate with R&D to successfully onboard new products & technologies that align to commodity strategy
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and their management to ensure best in class support to Ciena
• Lead recurring business reviews with key suppliers to ensure congruence between Ciena’s goals and supplier’s actions
• Support internal stakeholders with the negotiation of legal agreements that enable Ciena’s business requirements with suppliers

The Must Haves:

• Knowledge of PCB industry, suppliers, market trends and technologies is desirable
• Understanding of different PCB technologies such as multi-layer, high density interconnect, high frequency, Silicon Like PCBs is desirable
• Familiarity with PCB manufacturing processes is desirable
• Experience leading cross functional teams which include R&D, PLM, Quality for key commodity initiatives
• Strong negotiations skills
• Ability to influence and foster strong relationships both internally and externally
• Confidently works well under pressure with strong time management disciplines
• Willingness to travel as required
• Engineering and/or Business Degree
• 5 years or more of experience in procurement of PCBs or similar commodities
• 5 to 10 years of general Procurement experience

Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $93.900 - $149,900 CAD

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Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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About the company

Ciena Corporation is an American telecommunications networking equipment and software services supplier based in Hanover, Maryland.