Sourcing Commodity Manager

Cisco; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco is seeking an experienced sourcing professional to lead thermal and mechanical components on a global scale. You will work with stakeholders across the world to shape sourcing strategy, influence senior leadership decisions, and optimize supplier value while meeting product timelines and cost targets.

You will collaborate with engineers, product managers, and quality teams to push innovative thermal and mechanical solutions and drive performance across Cisco’s global supply base.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent in a technical or commercial field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical or sourcing role.
• Experience influencing executive leadership and decisions.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier engagement and selection for thermal and mechanical components.
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers and quality teams to align sourcing with timelines and budgets.
• Support a high‑energy team and foster collaboration across global stakeholders.

Skills

Thermal industry expertise

Executive‑level influence

Negotiation proficiency

Mechanical industry knowledge

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Job description

The Mechanical Sourcing team is searching for an exceptional individual with a blend of thermal and mechanical knowledge to join our ranks. In this role, you’ll play a key part in formulating and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that will shape our product offerings. This is a global position, providing opportunities to engage with stakeholders and suppliers across the world and influence our sourcing strategy on an international scale.

As a pivotal contributor to the Internet of Everything, your work in sourcing thermal and mechanical components will directly impact how people work, live, play, and learn. You’ll be part of a supportive team that thrives on collaboration, prepared to address new challenges in a dynamic and fast‑paced work environment. But don’t worry, you’ll be part of a supportive team that thrives on collaboration.

Your Impact

• Supplier Selection and Value Optimization: Drive supplier engagement, negotiation, and selection to secure the highest quality thermal and mechanical components that align with Cisco’s stringent standards for performance, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Innovation: Partner with Cisco's suppliers, engineers, product managers, and quality teams to drive innovation in thermal and mechanical solutions, integrating sourcing strategies that push technological boundaries while meeting product timelines and budgetary goals.
• Team Engagement: Join a close‑knit, high‑energy team that includes experts with diverse talents and interests. We value each other’s unique contributions and foster an environment of mutual support and growth.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong expertise in the thermal industry with mechanical industry knowledge, able to understand relevant manufacturing processes and procedures.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent, with at least 5 years of experience in a technical or commercial field.
• Executive‑level influence: Experience working effectively with senior stakeholders and executive leadership to drive alignment and decision‑making.
• High proficiency in negotiation, ensuring competitive advantage and high satisfaction for Cisco’s customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Team‑oriented and people‑focused, with strong interpersonal skills to inspire collaboration and influence across diverse groups.
• Passionate about contributing fresh ideas, using data to inform decisions, taking initiative to learn, and adapting positively to change.
• Demonstrates leading constructive discussions, taking ownership, managing emotions with empathy, and supporting team growth.
• Ability to understand customer needs, leverage digital tools, improve processes, and align decisions with business strategy.