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09 - Commodity Management Advisor 2
Date: May 7, 2025
Location: Senai, 01, MY
Req ID: 126334
Remote Position: Hybrid
Region: Asia
Country: Malaysia
State/Province: Johor
City: Senai
Celestica enables the world’s best brands. Through our unrivalled customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in numerous markets to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. A leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from the drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services.
We are currently seeking a Commodity Management Advisor based in Senai Johor.
Detailed Description
- Executes three to five-year plans & objectives.
- Maintains responsibility for development and execution of strategies for strategic and/or high-dollar commodities or groups of commodities; focusing on quality, price/value determination, and timely delivery.
- Accountable for projects or programs on a multi-functional, national or regional basis; may lead a work group or project team, or provide advice and guidance in an area of specialty to ensure quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met.
- Sets tactical plans to achieve assigned goals within established professional standards, policies, and timelines; accountable for quality of work delivered.
- Effectively drives continuous improvements across all functions, leads problem resolution of diverse scope based on analysis of facts and data, develops short and long-term plans, updates/sets policies to standardize processes, and resolves conflicts effectively.
- Builds cross-functional and positive relationships, where negotiation, persuasion, and tact are required to gain support from key suppliers and customers to ensure success of the corporation.
- Establishes and drives strategic global bidding initiatives, supporting worldwide product pricing strategy and process.
- Responsible for global negotiations of pricing, terms & conditions, and monitoring of supplier performance; maintains supply continuity.
- Conducts strategic analysis on pricing, market trends, suppliers, customers, competitors, contracts, and long-term agreements; manages complex commodities in a dynamic environment.
- Ensures timely execution of commodity plans, including supplier analysis, development, selection, quotation/contracting, and supplier relationship management within established policies.
- Acts as the primary interface with suppliers for relationship management, contract negotiations, performance reviews, and business development.
- Tracks and reports on performance metrics regularly.
- May act as site liaison for critical shortages, developing strategies on constrained commodities and representing the site in related systems changes.
- Assists in developing training plans for new employees and mentoring.
Requirements:
- At least 5-7 years in the Semiconductor Industry.
- Deep understanding of AP culture.
- Experience in negotiating contracts, stocking programs, lead time reduction activities, and supplier development.
- Problem resolution and conflict management skills.
- Mechanical Engineering background preferred.
- Knowledge of global supply chain trends and influences on strategic commodities.
- Strong knowledge of engineering concepts and financial analysis.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- High integrity.
- Challenges the status quo, adopts fact-based problem-solving, and implements continuous improvements.
- Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently with responsibility and urgency.
- Proven negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint.
- Strong desire to learn and handle dynamic challenges.
- This role may be performed remotely.
- Extended sitting and visual concentration on screens required.
- Frequent overnight travel required.
Typical Experience & Education
- Six to eight years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- Educational requirements may vary by geography.
Notes
This description is not exhaustive; duties may change. Employees are responsible for all assigned duties. Celestica is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive environment. Accommodations can be made for candidates with special needs during the hiring process.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) partners with leading brands across various sectors to deliver innovative solutions. Headquartered in Toronto, with locations in 13 countries, we focus on designing, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions for diverse industries.
We appreciate all applicants; only qualified candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee-based services.