Electronic Commodity Manager

DSJ Global; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Global Commodity Manager for Electrical Components & Electronics. Based in San Mateo, CA, the role combines global sourcing leadership with close collaboration with the Engineering team during development and production programs.

You will develop supplier roadmaps, negotiate contracts, and manage strategic suppliers while analyzing market trends to influence the commodity strategy. A strong manufacturing background and experience with EE components are required.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in strategic sourcing within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to source electrical/electronic components and related commodities.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers, performing cost modeling and should-cost analysis.
• Ability to partner with engineering on component selection during development and launch.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global commodity sourcing strategies and supplier roadmaps.
• Partner with Engineering on supplier and component selection for NPI and production programs.
• Identify, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers globally.
• Lead supplier negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and contract management (MSAs, SOWs, RFIs, RFPs, RFQs).
• Analyze market trends and supply-demand dynamics to guide sourcing decisions.
• Manage supplier performance, quality, risk, and delivery metrics.
• Support forecasting, financial planning, and cross-functional initiatives with Finance and Operations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supply chain

Supplier negotiations

Cost modeling

Should-cost analysis

Contract management

NPI collaboration

Education

Technical degree or equivalent industry experience

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Global Commodity Manager, Electrical Components & Electronics

Location:

San Mateo, CA - 3 days a week on-site

Company Overview

Innovative U.S.-based manufacturer of advanced autonomous electromechanical products serving commercial, industrial, and government markets.

Role Overview

Lead global sourcing and commodity strategy for electrical and electronic components supporting the manufacturing of complex electromechanical systems. Key categories include connectors, cables, wire harnesses, antennas, and related EE commodities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global commodity sourcing strategies and supplier roadmaps.


• Partner with Engineering on supplier and component selection for NPI and production programs.


• Identify, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers globally.


• Lead supplier negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and contract management (MSAs, SOWs, RFIs, RFPs, RFQs).


• Analyze market trends, technology roadmaps, and supply-demand dynamics to drive sourcing decisions.


• Manage supplier performance, quality, risk, and delivery metrics.


• Support forecasting, financial planning, and cross-functional initiatives with Finance and Operations.

Desired Background

• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply chain within a manufacturing environment.


• Expertise sourcing electrical/electronic components, electromechanical assemblies, or related commodities.


• Proven success with supplier negotiations, cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and contract management.


• Experience working closely with engineering teams during product development and launch.


• Ability to build executive-level supplier relationships and resolve complex commercial issues.


• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.


• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Technical degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.