Sourcing Commodity Manager – Hybrid

Cisco

. Develop and execute long-term strategies for organic IC substrates, focusing on dual-sourcing, capacity reservation, and strategic supply agreements .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeMaynard • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $144,100 - $182,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management and Commodity Management with a focus on advanced IC package substrates, supplier qualification, and contract negotiation. Proven ability to drive quality improvements and manage complex supplier relationships while utilizing data analytics for strategic decision-making.

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Supply Chain ManagementAdvanced IC Package SubstratesContract NegotiationData AnalyticsSupplier Qualification

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Hard Skills

Should-Cost ModelingTotal Cost of Ownership Models8D Corrective ActionsDPPM TargetsRFQ/RFI ProcessesTechnical Design Rule ReviewsCapacity ReservationDual-Sourcing StrategiesYield Improvement TechniquesFinancial Health Assessment

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationChange ManagementNegotiation SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

IC SubstratesSemiconductor SectorNetworking SectorOptical SectorABF-Type DielectricsGlass-Fiber-Reinforced CoresMSAP/SAP ProcessingSupplier LandscapesCapex CyclesCommercial Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute long-term strategies for organic IC substrates, focusing on dual-sourcing, capacity reservation, and strategic supply agreements
Identify and assess new suppliers based on technology roadmaps, yield maturity, financial health, and scalable capacity
Lead supplier qualification from RFQ/RFI and technical design rule reviews through first article inspection and qualification builds
Build and maintain should-cost and Total Cost of Ownership models
Lead negotiations for pricing, NRE/tooling, lead times, and allocation
Draft and finalize complex commercial agreements, including MPA, MOU, Capacity, and VMI agreements
Mitigate upstream material risks involving build-up dielectric films, glass cloth, and copper foil
Drive quality and yield improvements through data-driven scorecards, 8D corrective actions, and DPPM targets
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and OSAT partners on ramp planning, incoming inspection, and technical data sharing
Manage quarterly business reviews and executive-level critical issues across Cost, Quality, Delivery, and Technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years in Supply Chain/Commodity Management
Proven experience sourcing/running advanced IC package substrates (FCBGA) within the semiconductor, networking, or optical sectors
Deep understanding of ABF-type dielectrics, core stack-ups, glass-fiber-reinforced cores, and mSAP/SAP fine-line processing
Expertise in advanced substrate supplier landscapes, global capacity, and Capex cycles
Proven ability to develop should-cost models and challenge supplier cost structures
Strong data analytics and reporting capabilities
Extensive experience drafting and negotiating high-stakes commercial contracts and supply agreements
Exceptional track record of accomplishing multi-horizon strategies, driving cross-functional collaboration, and leading complex change management initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid employee birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies