Calix
Sr. Global Commodity Manager
San Jose · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$170k-$255kDetected 13 days ago
Data AnalysisProcurementPerformance ManagementFPGAElectrical EngineeringLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- Your work will enable our competitive advantage, supporting cost optimization, supply continuity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- This can be a fully remote role if needed.
- The base pay range for this position varies based on the geographic location.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end procurement strategy for silicon technology and key commodities by partnering with Engineering, Operations, and Product Management to align sourcing plans with technical roadmaps.
- Develop and govern supplier relationships through structured business reviews, negotiations, and performance management-while proactively driving cost reduction, value engineering, supply assurance, inventory flexibility, and risk mitigation to support production execution and long-term supply resiliency.
Requirements
- Deep knowledge of global supply chains, commodity markets, and strategic sourcing methodologies, particularly within silicon technology.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Senior Category Management Experience: 10+ years in strategic sourcing or category management, with a deep technical acumen on semiconductors.
- A proven track record of personally leading and closing multi-million-dollar negotiations and structuring complex, long-term supply agreements.
- Advanced analytical skills and experience with data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
- Exceptional ability to partner with and influence Senior leadership and highly technical engineering teams.
Nice to have
- MBA or Master's Degree in a Technical or Engineering field.
- Advantageous relationships with Tier 1 suppliers of SoC, FPGA, WIFI chips.
- Familiarity with Information & Communications Technology Industry.
- San Francisco Bay Area:
Compensation
- 148,000 - 222,000
- The base pay range for this position varies based on the geographic location.
- 133,200 - 199,800 USD Annual
Benefits
- As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for a bonus.
- For information on our benefits click here.
Company info
- We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Global Commodity Manager to join our team.
- This Senior Level role is a critical part of Calix product development process and is responsible for formulating, communicating and executing the Strategic Silicon sourcing strategy.
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