Strategic Commodity Manager for High-Tech Manufacturing

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne’s IST Group North Reading location is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee supplier delivery of materials to contract manufacturers and to build an AVL supporting IST technologies. The role emphasizes strategic supplier management, cost reduction, and collaboration with engineering to bring new IST products to market.

Domestic and international travel up to 15% may be required. Candidates should have a BA/BS in business with Operations focus, plus 5+ years sourcing

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with Business/Operations focus; APICS or ISM certification desired; MBA a plus.
• 5+ years of Sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally 10+ years in an Operations role
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiations and supplier selection / management
• Experience in purchasing technical commodities and implementation of best practices
• Experience working with Engineering, Marketing and Leadership to make decisions and deliver solutions that supply long term production interests
• Strong collaboration and communication skills; ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers
• Ability to travel up to 15%, both domestic and international.
• We are only considering candidates local to position location or candidates who are willing to relocate at their own expense. We are unable to provide relocation for this position.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in New Product Development Make/Buy Decisions
• When the decision is buy establish contractual agreements with the supplier and negotiate contractual terms that support both new product development needs and also long-term production needs such as cost reduction and continuity of supply.
• Develop and maintain an IST related AVL that supports the technology needs of the Division.
• Interface with SBM team to solve supply chain issues in new products.
• Collaborate with New Product Ops to get new IST products to market.
• Provide strategic management of suppliers to achieve best in class performance for key strategic initiatives.
• Assure best cost structure and define cost reduction initiatives and metrics for all phases of the business including design, production, and repair.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Sourcing

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Business/Operations

APICS or ISM certification

MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Teradyne’s IST Group North Reading location is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee supplier delivery of materials to contract manufacturers and to build an AVL supporting IST technologies. The role emphasizes strategic supplier management, cost reduction, and collaboration with engineering to bring new IST products to market.

Domestic and international travel up to 15% may be required. Candidates should have a BA/BS in business with Operations focus, plus 5+ years sourcing