Optics Commodity Manager – Data Center Supply Chain

Google; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Google in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a Global Commodity Manager for optics to optimize total cost of ownership across our infrastructure. You will drive supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and guide cross-functional teams from design through deployment to ensure supply and cost efficiency.

The role requires deep experience in optical transceivers or transmission categories, including data center relevance, and a track record of strategic planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Experience in commodity management or sourcing within the optical transceivers or transmission category, including agreement negotiation and supplier development.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and suppliers, negotiating contracts and master supply agreements to secure favorable pricing and terms.
• Lead cross-functional teams through supplier selection for new platforms and drive strategies balancing innovation, time-to-market, cost, quality, and delivery.
• Oversee operational aspects of the supply chain, including schedules, capacity, and risk communication to management.

Skills

Procurement & SCM

Commodity management

Negotiation & supplier development

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/engineering field

Tools

Spreadsheet software

SQL

Scripting

Job description

Google in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a Global Commodity Manager for optics to optimize total cost of ownership across our infrastructure. You will drive supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and guide cross-functional teams from design through deployment to ensure supply and cost efficiency.

The role requires deep experience in optical transceivers or transmission categories, including data center relevance, and a track record of strategic planning and execution.