Global Commodity Manager - Electronics Distribution

Celestica Inc.; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a Global Commodity Manager for Electronics Distribution in Penang. You will own the sourcing strategy, negotiate pricing and terms, and manage supplier performance within the global SCM team.

Travel up to 25% is expected as part of supplier engagements and site coordination. You will interact with internal and external stakeholders to optimize discounts, payment terms, and supplier development programs across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead complex negotiations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute sourcing strategy within the distribution channel for assigned suppliers/commodities/segments.
• Negotiate price, value, and contract terms with suppliers.
• Lead the quarterly global electronics distribution negotiation process and ensure pricing accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Support supplier quality audits and corporate commodity council reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

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

Job description

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Global Commodity Manager - Electronics Distribution

Date: Aug 20, 2026

Location: Penang, 07, MY

This role can be based out of any of the following locations: Toronto, US Remote, Hong Kong, Thailand and Penang. Please apply based on the region you are eligible to work.

Celestica’s Global Commodity Management team drives supplier sourcing, development and supplier performance management programs in support of our global operations within our ATS (Advanced Technology Solutions) and CCS (Cloud and Connectivity Solutions) market segments to ensure delivery of best in class Supply Chain Services.

Position Summary

Reporting to Director of Global Commodity Management, the Global Commodity Manager (Electronics Distribution) will be a part of Celestica’s global SCM team, with ownership for defining and executing the sourcing strategy within the distribution channel for assigned suppliers/commodities/segments. The responsibilities of this role will encompass price/value determination, product and/or service negotiations and negotiation of contract terms and conditions. This role will also have responsibility for implementation of Supply Chain Flexibility programs and risk mitigation strategies as well as supplier performance and supplier awards program management.

Detailed Description

• Implement the procurement strategy for the distributors, which will include provision of technological direction, supplier analysis development and selection as well as development of pricing strategies
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Co-lead the Distribution Council Corporate negotiation process as required and the Customer Materials Commitment processes through materials pricing and Customer BOM analysis
• Conduct strategic analysis on pricing, market conditions, suppliers, customers, competitors, contract analysis and negotiation of long-term agreements
• Act as a liaison to sites to manage critical shortages, develop strategies to support constrained commodities and represent sites as well as manage related systems changes that have broad effects on the execution of purchasing responsibilities
• Lead and manage quarterly Global Electronics Distribution negotiation process and ensure accurate forecasting and pricing compliance
• Conduct business reviews with senior management at strategic suppliers
• Support Global Supplier Quality management audits and assessments relating to new and existing suppliers
• Participate in Corporate Commodity Council meetings to report out on key measurements
• Lead global strategic initiatives as assigned

Key measures of success for this role include (but are not limited to)

• Cost reduction (TDR)
• Optimization of payment terms
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business preferred
• 7+ years of related experience (including EMS industry experience) preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of supplier development, strategic sourcing and commodity management
• Commodity management experience in Semiconductors, Interconnect, Electromechanical & Passive components and/or distribution sourcing
• Knowledge of customer contracts and contractual obligations as they relate to supply chain requirements and liabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to lead complex negotiations effectively
• Experience with driving supplier development/management
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to influence and work cross-functionally across the organization to achieve objectives
• Ability to effectively interface with international sites and suppliers to establish strong working relationships
• Good understanding of global business environments
• Frequent overnight travel is required (up to 25%)

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
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.

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