Strategic Mixed-Signal & Timing Sourcing Leader

Cisco; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 163,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with Cisco matching

Job summary

Cisco Systems in San Jose, CA, seeks a strategic Commodities Architect to define and govern our Mixed Signal and Timing technology sourcing. You’ll collaborate with engineering, operations and suppliers to shape roadmap decisions and maximize value through cost, risk, and delivery excellence.

You’ll lead market intelligence, drive supplier relationships and negotiate high-stakes agreements, balancing technical feasibility with program timing in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science or other relevant degree.
• Experience in developing and implementing successful business strategies.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of Networking/Communication technology, Mixed Signal and Timing Technology, power development processes.
• Expertise in high-stakes negotiation and stakeholder management.
• Experience in supply chain central operations and process improvement.
• MBA or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect the Commodity Strategy and ensure Cisco stays ahead of market curves.
• Lead investigations and sourcing for next-generation Mixed Signal and Timing technology.
• Align internal roadmaps with market realities and engineer teams.
• Collaborate across stakeholders to drive value engineering from ideation to execution.
• Provide technical expertise and market insights to empower engineers for next-gen networking products.
• Balance supply continuity, cost, and delivery excellence.

Skills

Strategy development

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytics

Communication skills

Roadmap reviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science or other relevant degree

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Cisco Systems in San Jose, CA, seeks a strategic Commodities Architect to define and govern our Mixed Signal and Timing technology sourcing. You’ll collaborate with engineering, operations and suppliers to shape roadmap decisions and maximize value through cost, risk, and delivery excellence.

You’ll lead market intelligence, drive supplier relationships and negotiate high-stakes agreements, balancing technical feasibility with program timing in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment.