Global Commodity Manager: Printed Circuit Boards

Ciena; United States; Remote; CAD 93,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Commodity Manager for Printed Circuit Boards. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape procurement strategies that drive innovation and efficiency. You will be responsible for analyzing market trends, negotiating supplier terms, and ensuring supply chain continuity. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees' growth and wellbeing, while making a significant impact on technology and community. If you are passionate about procurement and eager to work in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(K) with Company Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation Time

Company-Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in PCB procurement or similar commodities.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commodity strategies for PCB products.
• Monitor market trends and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Negotiate supplier pricing and manage supply chain risks.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supply Chain Management

Market Trend Analysis

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Relationship Management

Time Management

Pressure Handling

Education

Engineering Degree

Business Degree

Job description

Global Commodity Manager: Printed Circuit Boards

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

The successful candidate will be a member of Ciena’s Global Commodity Management team and responsible for managing the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) portfolio. The candidate shall be responsible for analyzing PCB market trends, developing commodity strategies, negotiating supplier pricing & business terms, developing supply assurance programs, managing suppliers, and serving as Ciena’s subject matter expert for all business-related activities associated with the commodity.

How You Will Contribute:

• Develop and implement commodity strategies that ensure the utilization of best-in-class products & suppliers based on Technology, Quality, Supply & Cost.
• Monitor commodity market trends such as new technology developments, product costs, global supply conditions, and competitive supplier landscape to develop strategies that leverage market trends.
• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to develop and implement commodity strategies that achieve Ciena’s overall objectives.
• Serve as lead negotiator to optimize Ciena’s total cost of ownership for the commodity over the product lifecycle.
• Monitor capacity readiness with suppliers for new and sustaining products to ensure time to market expectations & revenue/customer commitments are achieved.
• Resolve critical supply shortages by actively working with suppliers and EMS partners.
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks associated with Ciena’s suppliers and ensure supply availability for PCB products.
• Define & implement strategies that minimize Ciena’s supply chain risks and ensure continuity of supply for optical components.
• Collaborate with R&D to successfully onboard new products & technologies that align with the commodity strategy.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and their management to ensure best-in-class support to Ciena.
• Lead recurring business reviews with key suppliers to ensure congruence between Ciena’s goals and suppliers’ actions.
• Support internal stakeholders with the negotiation of legal agreements that enable Ciena’s business requirements with suppliers.

The Must Haves:

• Knowledge of PCB industry, suppliers, market trends, and technologies is desirable.
• Understanding of different PCB technologies such as multi-layer, high-density interconnect, high frequency, and Silicon Like PCBs is desirable.
• Familiarity with PCB manufacturing processes is desirable.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams which include R&D, PLM, and Quality for key commodity initiatives.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to influence and foster strong relationships both internally and externally.
• Confidently works well under pressure with strong time management disciplines.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Engineering and/or Business Degree.
• 5 years or more of experience in procurement of PCBs or similar commodities.
• 5 to 10 years of general Procurement experience.

Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $93,900 - $149,900 CAD.

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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About the company

Ciena Corporation is an American telecommunications networking equipment and software services supplier based in Hanover, Maryland.