Strategic Commodity Mgr 5

Lam Research; Batu Kawan; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia, seeks a Strategic Commodity Manager for Electromechanical assembly. You will lead supplier negotiations, craft strategic plans, and coordinate cross-functional teams to secure on-time, cost-efficient finished goods.

The role requires strong supplier-management capabilities, early involvement in design, and ongoing performance, risk, and contract optimization across the global supply chain.

Qualifications

• BA/BS/MS in business or a technical field (global supply chain, industrial engineering, manufacturing, electrical/mechanical engineering, etc.).
• MBA preferred.
• 7–10+ years in Supply Chain, Operations or production/planning; semiconductor experience a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and urgency.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier Global Agreement negotiations, renegotiations and contract addenda.
• Represent strategic commodity management on cross-functional teams to address supply challenges.
• Work cross-functionally with product, manufacturing, quality, procurement, finance, and product support.
• Define and monitor metrics relative to supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Develop strategic commodity plans for a defined EMA base and drive early supplier involvement in new designs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

BA/BS/MS in Business or technical field

MBA preferred

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Strategic Commodity Mgr 5

Date: Sep 19, 2026

Location:

Batu Kawan, Penang, MY

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics,and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations.We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while activelysupporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

What you’ll do

• Facilitate most supplier Global Agreement negotiations, renegotiations and contract addendums. Negotiate performance-based, preferred supplier agreements, to provide incentives for continuous supplier improvement. Advises commodity team leader on strategic plans.
• Represents strategic commodity management on a cross-functional strategic commodity team that focuses on supply challenges and ensures internal/external customer needs are satisfied.
• Works cross-functionally with product, manufacturing and quality engineers as well as procurement, finance, and product support.
• Define and monitor metrics in line with AOP (annual operating plan) objectives relative to supplier performance against these expectations to ensure continuous supplier improvement; then drives team to address and close gaps to meet objectives.
• Regularly evaluate cost and qualityperformance benchmarks, and the risks associated with the preferred supply base selection.
• Develop and apply strategic commodity plans to define a preferred supplier base Electromechanical assembly (EMA) commodity.
• Encourage and coordinate early supplier involvement in new product designs using the suppliers’ expertise to optimize quality, costand manufacturability .

The impact you’ll make

• This position is an individual contributor that plays a vital role as the Commodity manager for Electromechanical assembly (EMA) within the Build to Print spacewith core responsibility toget the Finished Goods delivered as per plan.
• The self-motived candidate will plan, organize and control business/contracts/negotiations for strategic acquisition of materials and services of technical or contractual nature within Global Supply Chain.
• This Strategic Commodity Manager will be responsible for driving supplier contract management, conducting supplier negotiations, analytically formulating and executing comprehensive supplier management strategies based on semiconductor technology landscapes and global business environments within our metal machining commodity.

Who we’re looking for

• Minimum Education: BA/BS/MS degree in Business or a technical field listed herein (but not limited to) the following: Global Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Applied Science Operations Management. MBA preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 7-10+ years of experience in a Supply Chain, Operations, or production/planning environment. Preferably in Semiconductor industry.
• Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills and professional level of emotional intelligence necessary to achieve the desired objective deliverables.
• Proven experience of strong analytical and problem-solving skills with history of successful resolution.
• Exhibit attention to detail, sense of urgency and ability to handle multiple tasks in fast paced environment.
• Six sigma green belt or above is a plus .

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, quality control, and problem-solving technics, market dynamics, cost trend, availability and global supply landscape.
• Familiar with component fabrication techniques: machining, bending welding and assembly and testing for semiconductor applications.
• Requires excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills with ability to communicate cross-functionally and with various levels of the organization including executives.
• Previous project management experience and knowledge of basic project management concepts.
• Experience with continuity planning and risk mitigation development with suppliers.
• Experience in capacity planning, cost reduction approaches and lead time reduction.
• Capable of developing and delivering compelling arguments and presentations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and business processes.
• Maintains current knowledge on relevant trends through professional networking, industry reports, trade journals, etc.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.