Global Commodity Manager

Jabil; Ranjangaon; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil seeks a Global Commodity Manager to develop and execute global sourcing strategies for cables, ensuring cost-effectiveness and continuous supply in alignment with business goals.

You will lead supplier negotiations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage supplier relationships to drive cost reductions and ensure quality across launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in global commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within manufacturing/electronics.
• Proven negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience in design-in activities. Able to handle 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.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.
• CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
• ERP proficiency (e.g., SAP, Rapid response) is a bonus.

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 and secure long-term supply agreements.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to define material requirements and launches.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance against key metrics (cost, quality, delivery, service).
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical events, natural disasters, supplier financial instability).
• Drive cost reduction through value engineering and leveraging global volumes.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present reports on commodity performance and market trends to senior leadership.
• Support sustainability goals by partnering with ethical suppliers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation ability

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication and presentation

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering

Tools

SAP

Rapid response

Excel

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. 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.
• 5+ 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.

Equal Opportunity

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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