Commodity Management Manager [Individual Contributor] 1

Celestica Inc.; Butterworth; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm is seeking a Commodity Management Manager in Penang. The role involves developing strategies for high-value commodities and effective supplier negotiations. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years in the semiconductor industry and a strong mechanical engineering background. Knowledge of global supply chain trends is essential. This position may require remote duties and frequent travel.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Opportunity for remote work

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in Semiconductor Industry.
• Ability to work independently with strong responsibility.
• Strong desire to learn and take on dynamic challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for high-dollar commodities.
• Build cross-functional relationships and negotiate with suppliers.
• Conduct strategic analysis on pricing and market conditions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict management

Effective communication

Problem resolution

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Financial analysis

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Commodity Management Manager [Individual Contributor] 1

Date: Oct 1, 2025

Location: Penang, 01, SG

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.

Responsibilities:

• Executes three to five-year plans & objectives.
• Maintains responsibility for development and execution of strategies for strategic and/or high-dollar commodity or group 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 may provide advice and guidance in area of specialty, to ensure quality, delivery and cost objectives are met.
• Sets tactical plans to achieve assigned goals within established professional standards, established policies/objectives, and within given 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, developing short and long-term plans and solutions, updating/setting up policies to standardize processes; resolves conflicts in an effective manner.
• Builds cross-functional and maintains positive relationships, where negotiation, persuasion and considerable tact are required to gain support from key suppliers and customers to ensure success of the corporation.
• Establishes and drives strategic global bidding initiatives while ensuring all site interests are understood and accounted for; supports worldwide product pricing strategy and process.
• Responsible for global negotiations of pricing, terms & conditions, and monitoring of supplier performance; maintaining a continuity of supply.
• Conducts strategic analysis on pricing, the market, suppliers, customers, competitors, contracts and long-term agreements, manages complex and diverse commodities in a dynamic environment of rapid changes.
• Ensures timely execution of commodity plans, supplier analysis, development and selection, quotation/contracting and supplier relationship management within established processes and policies.
• Acts as primary interface with Celestica’s suppliers for all relationship management, contract negotiation issues, establishing business framework for transactions, performance reviews, business development and supplier awards programs.
• Tracks and reports on key performance metrics on a regular basis.
• May act as site liaison to manage critical shortage, develop strategies on constrained commodities and represent site, manage related systems changes that have broad effect on execution of purchasing responsibilities.
• Assists in developing training plan for new employees, mentoring new employees.

Requirements:

• At least 5-7 years in the Semiconductor Industry.
• Deep understanding of AP culture.
• Experiences in negotiating contract, stocking programs, LT reductions activities, supplier development will be useful.
• Problem resolution, conflict management.
• Mechanical Engineering background preferred.
• Knowledge of global supply chain emerging trends and influences of global environment on a broad range of strategic commodities including industry pricing, technology, supply/demand trends will be useful.
• Strong knowledge of Engineering concepts and financial analysis.
• Effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• High level of integrity.
• Challenges status quo, adopts rational, fact-based problem resolution methodology and implements continuous improvements.
• Ability to communicate and build strong supplier & cross-functional relationships.
• Ability to work independently with strong sense of responsibility and urgency.
• Ability to lead complex negotiations effectively.
• Strong knowledge of basic computer applications, particularly in Microsoft Excel & Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Strong desire to learn; eager to take on dynamic challenges.
• Duties of this position may be performed in a remote environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Frequent overnight travel is required.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status. At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.