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Sourcing Commodity Manager – Optics - CW & Pump Lasers

Cisco San Jose, California Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$150,400 to $190,600 per year

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Description

We are seeking a motivated Sourcing Commodity Manager for 'High Power Lasers, Pump Lasers, CW Lasers, ELSFP'. You will be part of a highly impactful and dynamic organization collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

The Global Supplier Management (GSM) Organization is an industry leader in sourcing and supplier management that enables sustained innovation and supply chain excellence. You will join a very motivated team that achieves record-setting results and a fun group that helps each other be successful at work and play.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Providing industry knowledge and understanding of Optics and Photonics components fabrication technologies and market trends.
  • Collaborating with Business Unit partners to understand long-term requirements and mapping them into supply base offerings.
  • Defining and implementing sourcing decisions aligned with Commodity strategy and performing risk assessments.
  • Managing supplier relationships during development and NPI phases.
  • Negotiating and driving all aspects of legal agreements.
  • Analyzing data and translating it into clear technical and business insights.
  • Developing and executing short-, mid-, and long-term strategies.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Master's degree in a technical subject with 7+ years of experience.
  • Knowledge of Optical technologies and fabrication processes.
  • Deep technical expertise on key Components used in Optical Systems.
  • Experience in design, fabrication, and testing of lasers for Optical Communications.

We offer a competitive salary range of $150,400.00 to $190,600.00, benefits, and perks.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Experience in design, fabrication, testing of lasers for Optical Communications
  • Technical and business-related problem-solving skills
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