Global Commodity Manager

Jabil, Inc.

Job Title:** Global Commodity Manager

Job Summary:**

The Global Commodity Manager at Jabil, Inc. is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, ensuring cost-effectiveness, supply continuity, and quality in alignment with business objectives.

Job Responsibilities:**

• Develop and implement global commodity strategies for cable commodity, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Lead complex negotiations with key suppliers to achieve cost savings, optimize terms and conditions, and secure long-term supply agreements.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities, mitigate risks, and stay abreast of industry trends.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to define material requirements and ensure successful product launches.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance against key metrics (cost, quality, delivery, service), and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical events, natural disasters, and supplier financial instability.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, design optimization, and leverage of global volumes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, write-up and present regular reports on commodity performance, market trends, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.
• Support Jabil's sustainability goals by partnering with suppliers committed to ethical and environmentally responsible practices.
  
  

Job Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 12 - 15 years of progressive experience in global commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within a manufacturing or electronics environment.
• Proven track record of successful negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven track record of leading or actively supporting design-in activities. Capable of handling basic technical questions about cables.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, market dynamics, and commodity pricing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in intermediate or advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, and matrixed organization.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required (up to 25%).
• CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Rapid response) is a bonus
  
  

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