Commodity Manager - Electronics & Contract Manufacturing (CEM)

INFICON AG; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

401K match up to 8%

Flexible work hours

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

A global technology leader based in Syracuse, NY seeks a skilled Commodity Manager for Electronics & Contract Manufacturing. The role involves leading sourcing strategies for electronic components, building supplier relationships, and managing contract negotiations. Applicants should have 6-10 years of experience in commodity management, a strong technical background in electronics, and proficiency in SAP MM. This position offers a competitive salary between $95,000 and $115,000, along with a profit-sharing bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in commodity management or strategic sourcing focusing on electronics components.
• Strong background managing complex electronics supply chains.
• Certifications such as CPSM, CPM, IPC CIS, CQE, CSCP, or CPIM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategy for electronic components.
• Monitor market trends and make proactive sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate supply agreements and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Technical Acumen in Electronics

Supplier Management

SAP MM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (MBA or Supply Chain)

Tools

SAP MM

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

INFICON is seeking a highly skilled and strategically minded Commodity Manager for Electronics & Contract Manufacturing (CEM) to lead global sourcing initiatives for electronic components, PCBAs, and contract manufacturing services. This individual will own the commodity strategy, develop a best‑in‑class supplier base, and drive cost, quality, and risk‑management initiatives across a complex and technically demanding supply chain.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical acumen in electronics, deep experience navigating volatile component markets, and the ability to partner closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure continuity of supply for INFICON’s high‑precision instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

Category Strategy & Commodity Management

• Develop and execute the global sourcing strategy for electronics components, PCBAs, and contract manufacturing services.
• Monitor electronics market trends—pricing, lead times, allocation risks—and translate insights into proactive sourcing decisions.
• Build and maintain should‑cost models to support negotiation, cost competitiveness, and long‑term category planning.
• Drive annual cost reduction initiatives through competitive sourcing, BOM optimization, and supplier‑led productivity improvements.
• Lead supplier identification, RFx processes, and qualification in partnership with Engineering, Quality, and Operations.
• Manage strategic suppliers through performance reviews, KPIs, and continuous improvement plans.
• Establish dual source strategies, mitigate EOL risks, and ensure supply continuity for critical electronics.
• Collaborate with global procurement teams to align commodity strategies and leverage cross‑site volumes.

Contract Negotiation & Commercial Management

• Negotiate supply agreements, pricing structures, and commercial terms to secure cost, quality, and capacity commitments.
• Lead contract renewals and price negotiations using data‑driven analysis and market benchmarking.
• Ensure supplier adherence to contractual obligations, delivery requirements, and quality metrics.

Technical & Cross Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the electronics procurement SME for NPI programs—ensuring components meet cost, lead time, and sourcing requirements.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality on supplier audits, corrective actions, and part standardization initiatives.
• Support ECO impact assessments, obsolescence management, and AVL expansion.

SAP & Data Management

• Maintain accurate SAP MM master data, sourcing records, and purchasing conditions.
• Use SAP reporting and analytics to support strategic planning, supplier performance tracking, and business reviews.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related technical field.

Master’s degree (MBA or Supply Chain) preferred.

Experience

6–10 years of experience in commodity management or strategic sourcing focusing on electronics components, PCBAs, or contract manufacturing.

Strong background managing complex electronics supply chains with long‑lead components and multi‑level BOMs.

Preferred experience in semiconductor equipment, analytical instrumentation, medical device electronics, industrial automation, or defense electronics.

Technical & Functional Skills

Strong technical understanding of electronic components (active, passive, connectors, sensors, PCBAs) and ability to interpret datasheets and AVLs.

Experience with CEM/EMS operations, including pricing structures, SMT/PTH processes, and IPC‑based quality standards.

Proficiency in SAP MM and related procurement workflows.

Ability to build and apply should‑cost models and analytical tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.

Familiarity with qualification processes such as FAI, PPAP, and electronics quality standards.

Preferred Attributes

Certifications such as CPSM, CPM, IPC CIS, CQE, CSCP, or CPIM.

Strong communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving abilities.

Demonstrated success in supplier development, cost reduction, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Ability to excel in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.

Additional Information

The expected salary range for this position is between $95,000 and $115,000 per year. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit‑sharing bonus with a target of 10%, as well as 401K match up to 8% (vesting schedule). The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs. INFICON’s forward‑thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact us at [e-mail] .

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.