Commodity Business Manager

Onto Innovation; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunities

Long-term incentives

Job summary

Onto Innovation is seeking a senior procurement professional to drive strategic sourcing initiatives across key commodities. You will develop programs that optimize supplier relationships, leverage ERP-driven insights, and deliver measurable cost savings while partnering with internal teams to meet business goals.

The role requires strong leadership, negotiation, and change-management skills, plus the ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent in business or quantitative field.
• 10+ years of operational experience, with at least 5 years in a Supply Chain role.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, master scheduling, material planning and procurement.
• Excellent communication and succinct presentation of business needs, plans and status.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align sourcing programs with business goals and cost targets.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier relationship management

ERP systems knowledge

Effective communication

Negotiation

Change management

Education

BA degree or quantitative field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management
• Responsible for developing and implementing Strategic Sourcing strategies for assigned Commodities including:

Qualifications

Desired Skills and Experience:

• BA in business or other quantitative field, or comparable experience.
• Minimum of 10+ years of operational experience with at least 5 years being in a successful Supply Chain management role.
• Good working knowledge of ERP systems, and understands the roles of Master Scheduling, Material Planning and Procurement.
• Able to establish relationships and trust within the organization and the supply base. Able communicate effectively and succinctly on the needs of the business, the plan to achieve those needs, and the status of those plans.
• Highly motivated self-starter. Drives for results. Deals well with ambiguity. Outstanding quantitative skills. Thinks strategically. Innovative. Strong negotiating skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Shows work commitment. Possess a high stress tolerance. Change agent. Organizational agility; knows how to get things done. Ability to prioritize one’s work and negotiates internally to reset timelines based on changing priorities.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well‑being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting‑edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

Base Salary Range:

$144,000.00 - $216,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long‑term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).