Global Commodity Manager - PCB (26492)

NEOTech; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

NEOTech is seeking a Global Commodity Manager – PCB to lead global sourcing and supplier strategy for bare PCBs across multiple sites. You will drive cost reduction, dual sourcing, risk mitigation, and continuity of supply from prototype through high-volume production.

You will partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Finance to optimize stack-ups, materials, and manufacturing processes while negotiating terms and developing strategic supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related).
• 10+ years in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement.
• Experience with EMS/PCB manufacturing commodities.
• Experience leading RFQ/RFP processes and supplier negotiations.
• Strong analytical and cost modeling skills (TCO).
• Knowledge of fabrication technologies, materials, lead-times, and supplier capabilities.
• Travel up to 50% of time, globally.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and supply chain analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead global PCB commodity strategy and supplier development.
• Manage global PCB supplier base across regions (NA, APAC, etc.).
• Drive dual sourcing, risk mitigation, and supply continuity.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, tooling, NRE, lead times, MOQs, and capacity.
• Develop should-cost models and perform benchmarking and TCO analysis.
• Support prototype through high-volume production with supplier alignment.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Finance.
• Travel up to 50% to supplier locations and sites.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Global sourcing

Dual sourcing

Supplier management

Cost modeling

RFQ/RFP processes

Negotiation

ERP systems

Excel

NPI/PCB sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related technical field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Position Summary

NEOTech is seeking a highly driven and strategic Global Commodity Manager – PCB to lead global sourcing, supplier strategy, cost management, and supply‑chain development for bare printed circuit boards (PCBs) supporting NEOTech’s Build‑to‑Print (BTP) business across multiple sites. This role will be responsible for developing and executing a global PCB commodity strategy focused on cost reduction, supplier competitiveness, dual sourcing, risk mitigation, capacity, quality, lead‑time improvement, and continuity of supply. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on experience in PCB sourcing and manufacturing, including knowledge of PCB materials, fabrication processes, stack‑ups, technology requirements, costing, and supplier capabilities. The individual must be comfortable working with suppliers, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Program Management, and executive leadership. The role will support PCB requirements from prototype and NPI through high‑volume production, ensuring suppliers consistently meet NEOTech expectations for cost, quality, delivery, technology, and service.

PCB Commodity & Supplier Strategy

• Develop and execute a global PCB commodity strategy aligned with NEOTech’s operational and financial objectives.
• Manage and strategically develop a global PCB supplier base across North America, Asia-Pacific, and other key regions.
• Drive dual sourcing, supplier diversification, risk mitigation, and supply continuity initiatives.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop PCB suppliers capable of supporting complex BTP requirements.
• Develop strategic supplier partnerships focused on cost, capacity, technology, quality, lead time, and service.
• Establish appropriate sourcing strategies for prototypes, quick-turn requirements, production, and high-complexity PCBs.

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management

• Lead PCB RFI, RFQ, RFP, and competitive bidding activities.
• Analyze PCB quotations, including material, fabrication processes, technology, tooling, NRE, freight, and other cost drivers.
• Develop should-cost models and perform supplier benchmarking and total-cost-of-ownership analysis.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, tooling, NRE, lead times, MOQ, capacity commitments, and commercial agreements.
• Drive annual PCB cost‑reduction and productivity initiatives.
• Analyze PCB market conditions, raw material trends, capacity constraints, tariffs, geopolitical risks, and supply‑chain disruptions.
• Develop and execute mitigation plans for long‑lead‑time and constrained PCB technologies.

PCB Technical & Manufacturing Expertise

• Serve as the PCB commodity subject matter expert (SME) for Supply Chain and cross‑functional teams.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of PCB technologies, including:
• Multilayer rigid PCBs
• HDI and high‑density technologies
• Rigid‑flex and flex PCBs
• High‑frequency/high‑speed materials
• Controlled impedance requirements
• Heavy copper and specialized constructions
• Surface finishes and plating technologies
• PCB materials, laminates, prepregs, and copper foil
• Partner with Engineering and suppliers on DFM, stack‑up optimization, material selection, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Support prototype, NPI, production ramp, and engineering‑change activities.
• Work with Quality and Engineering to resolve PCB quality issues and drive supplier corrective actions.

Supplier Performance & Relationship Management

• Own strategic supplier relationships for assigned PCB suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance across quality, delivery, lead time, capacity, cost, responsiveness, and service.
• Conduct supplier business reviews, factory visits, capability assessments, and audits.
• Establish and monitor supplier KPIs and corrective‑action plans.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical PCB shortages, quality issues, capacity constraints, and delivery risks.
• Develop long‑term supplier capacity strategies aligned with NEOTech demand.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Program Management, Finance, and Supply Chain.
• Present sourcing strategies, supplier selections, cost‑reduction opportunities, capacity risks, and mitigation plans to leadership.
• Support global standardization of PCB suppliers, specifications, pricing structures, commercial agreements, and payment terms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, specification optimization, and cost avoidance.
• Drive alignment across NEOTech sites to leverage global PCB purchasing volume and supplier capabilities.

Travel

• Ability to travel globally based on business needs (up to 50%), including travel to Juárez, Mexico; Asia‑Pacific; North America; and supplier locations globally.
• Travel will include supplier visits, business reviews, factory audits, sourcing events, quality escalations, and strategic supplier development activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, supply chain, procurement, or supplier development.
• Strong experience with custom fabricated parts or EMS related manufacturing commodities.
• Experience leading RFQ/RFP processes, supplier negotiations, and commercial agreements.
• Strong analytical and cost modeling skills with the ability to perform TCO and market analysis.
• Knowledge of fabrication technologies, manufacturing processes, materials, lead‑times, and supplier capabilities.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and supplier management skills.
• Ability to travel globally based on business needs (up to 50%)
• Work cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and supply chain analytics tools.
• Strong experience in:
• Engineering
• Purchasing
• Contract negotiation
• Material or production planning
• Operations or supply chain management
• Material cost control
• Master production scheduling
• Technical procurement or planning experience with custom or electrical components

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in EMS, aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, or high‑reliability manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of supplier qualification methodologies and manufacturing quality standards.
• Experience managing global suppliers across the U.S., Mexico, and Asia.
• Strong understanding of supply chain risk mitigation and dual sourcing strategies.
• Experience supporting BTP (Build‑to‑Print) manufacturing operations.
• APICS, CPM, CPSM, or related certifications preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Annual cost savings and PPV improvements
• Supplier on‑time delivery performance
• Supplier quality metrics (PPM, SCAR closure)
• Lead‑time reduction
• Payment term improvements
• Dual sourcing implementation
• Inventory optimization and continuity of supply
• RFQ turnaround and sourcing cycle time
• Supplier consolidation and spend leverage

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen.

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company‑paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long‑standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality‑oriented and productive work environment. We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co‑workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. For these reasons, NEOTech is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre‑employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.