Commodity Business Manager, Lab Consulting & Services

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commodity Business Manager to lead strategic sourcing for Labs and Engineering. This dynamic role involves developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and conducting market analysis to optimize procurement processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of procurement tools. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact stakeholder objectives and drive cost savings. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about supplier innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in procurement for Labs, Testing, Metrology, R&D, and Engineering.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for Labs and Testing.
• Negotiate and manage agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal value.

Skills

Procurement of services

Market analysis

Negotiations

Stakeholder relations

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Ariba Guided Buying

Tableau

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Commodity Business Manager, Lab Consulting & Services

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Summary:

The Commodity Business Manager (CBM), Lab Consulting & Services, is responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives for Labs, Testing, Metrology, R&D, and Engineering. The CBM collaborates with stakeholders to align procurement objectives with business needs, mitigate risks, and foster supplier innovation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, align, and implement category strategies for Services in Labs, Testing, Metrology, R&D, Engineering, and related functions.
2. Build strong relationships with stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor, understanding their requirements and translating them into effective sourcing solutions.
3. Conduct market research, benchmarking, and analyze trends, risks, and economic conditions impacting pricing and availability.
4. Lead end-to-end RFx processes including information gathering, preparation, issuance, evaluation, negotiation, supplier selection, and contracting in collaboration with stakeholders.
5. Negotiate and manage agreements with suppliers, including pricing, terms, and conditions to ensure optimal value.
6. Manage new supplier onboarding and disengagement requirements.
7. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure performance, quality, and delivery standards.
8. Manage supplier performance metrics and implement corrective actions through SLAs and KPIs.
9. Analyze procurement data, track spend, savings, supplier optimization, and other KPIs.
10. Identify opportunities for improving quality, delivery, service, and costs.
11. Present data-driven cost reduction recommendations to influence procurement decisions.
12. Ensure compliance with regulations, laws, and company policies.

Functional Knowledge

• Expertise in procurement of services for Labs, Testing, Metrology, R&D, and Engineering.
• Experience in MRO procurement is a plus.
• Skills in market analysis, sourcing, RFx, negotiations, contracting, stakeholder and supplier relations, risk, and compliance.
• Experience with testing services, calibration services, post-warranty maintenance, and MRO services is advantageous.
• Proficiency in negotiating agreements, contracts, SOWs, and establishing SLAs and KPIs.
• Experience with procurement tools like Ariba Guided Buying, Ariba CLM, and Workday Scout.
• Ability to extract and analyze data from Tableau, Sievo, or similar tools.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

Business Expertise

• Interprets business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, or services.
• Builds and maintains stakeholder relationships and influences data-driven decisions.

Leadership

• May lead projects with moderate resources, risk, and complexity.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, delivery, and reduce costs.
• Develops strong stakeholder relationships, influences, and drives change.
• Collaborates effectively and communicates clearly and promptly.
• Strong negotiation skills and adaptability in complex situations.
• Exceptional customer service and emotional intelligence.

Problem Solving

• Leads others in solving complex problems using analytical tools and innovative solutions.
• Uses tools like Sievo, Tableau, Ariba, and Excel to analyze data, trends, and opportunities.

Impact

• Contributes to stakeholder objectives through collaboration and procurement strategies.
• Achieves goals related to stakeholder engagement, supplier management, cost savings, and risk mitigation.

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates complex concepts effectively and negotiates to influence decisions.
• Presents data-driven recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting and General Business

Industries

• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

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