Global Commodity Manager

Jabil; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil, Inc. is seeking a Global Commodity Manager to lead global sourcing strategies for copper-based cables and related commodities.

You will drive supplier selection, contract management, and cost savings while ensuring supply continuity and quality across product programs. In this role, you will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to define material requirements, monitor supplier performance, manage risks, and support sustainable procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 12–15 years in global commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement in manufacturing/electronics.
• Proven negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management experience.
• Experience in design-in activities and ability to answer basic technical questions about cables.
• Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and commodity pricing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specs and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in Excel (intermediate/advanced).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; able to influence stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global commodity strategies for cable commodities, including supplier selection and contract management.
• Lead complex negotiations with key suppliers to achieve cost savings and long-term supply agreements.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management to define material requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, delivery, and service metrics; drive improvements.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including geopolitical events and supplier instability.
• Drive cost reduction through value engineering and leveraging global volumes.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports on commodity performance and market trends for senior leadership.
• Support sustainability goals with suppliers committed to ethical practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Design-in support

Stakeholder influence

Travel willingness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

RapidResponse

Job description

Jabil, Inc.

Job Title: Global Commodity Manager

Job Summary:

The Global Commodity Manager at Jabil, Inc. is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, ensuring cost-effectiveness, supply continuity, and quality in alignment with business objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement global commodity strategies for cable commodity, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Lead complex negotiations with key suppliers to achieve cost savings, optimize terms and conditions, and secure long-term supply agreements.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities, mitigate risks, and stay abreast of industry trends.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to define material requirements and ensure successful product launches.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance against key metrics (cost, quality, delivery, service), and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical events, natural disasters, and supplier financial instability.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, design optimization, and leverage of global volumes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, write-up and present regular reports on commodity performance, market trends, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.
• Support Jabil's sustainability goals by partnering with suppliers committed to ethical and environmentally responsible practices.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 12 - 15 years of progressive experience in global commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within a manufacturing or electronics environment.
• Proven track record of successful negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven track record of leading or actively supporting design-in activities. Capable of handling basic technical questions about cables.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, market dynamics, and commodity pricing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in intermediate or advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, and matrixed organization.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required (up to 25%).
• CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Rapid response) is a bonus