Global Commodity Manager - Custom Parts (25158)

Global Commodity Manager - Custom Parts (25158) Fully Remote • NEOTECH SOLUTIONS - EL PASO, TX 79927-2153 Apply Overview Salary Range $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift 1st Apply Description Global Commodity Manager — Custom Parts (Electronics Manufacturing) 📍 Location: USA (Remote) Position Summary NEOTech is seeking a highly driven and strategic Global Commodity Manager – Custom Parts & Strategic Sourcing to lead the sourcing, supplier strategy, cost management, and supply chain development for custom fabricated parts and related commodities supporting NEOTech’s Build-to-Print (BTP) business across multiple sites. This role will be responsible for developing and executing global commodity strategies focused on cost reduction, supplier consolidation, risk mitigation, quality improvement, dual sourcing, and continuity of supply. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of custom manufacturing processes, combined with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cross-functional leadership capabilities. This individual will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Program Management, and Supply Chain teams to support prototype through mass production while ensuring suppliers meet NEOTech’s expectations for cost, quality, delivery, and service. Key Responsibilities Commodity & Supplier Strategy Develop and execute global commodity strategies for custom fabricated parts and related commodities to support NEOTech’s operational and financial objectives. Drive supplier consolidation, dual sourcing, risk mitigation, and long-term supply chain resiliency initiatives. Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop competitive global suppliers capable of supporting complex BTP manufacturing requirements. Establish strategic partnerships with suppliers to improve pricing, lead-time, technology, quality, and service performance. Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management Lead all RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and sourcing activities for custom fabricated commodities. Perform detailed quote analysis, should-cost modeling, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis. Aggressively negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, inventory programs, tooling, lead-times, and commercial agreements. Drive annual cost reduction initiatives and productivity savings across assigned commodities. Analyze market trends, raw material impacts, and supply chain risks to proactively develop mitigation strategies. Technical & EMS Operational Support Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for custom fabrication technologies and related manufacturing processes. Partner with Engineering and suppliers on DFM, manufacturability improvements, material selection, and technical problem solving. Support prototype, NPI, and production ramp activities to ensure successful launches and continuity of supply. Collaborate with Quality teams on supplier performance, corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. Supplier Performance & Relationship Management Own supplier relationship management for assigned commodities, including delivery, quality, responsiveness, capacity, and cost performance. Conduct supplier business reviews, site visits, and capability assessments. Monitor supplier KPIs and drive accountability for continuous improvement. Act as the primary escalation point for critical supplier issues and shortages. Cross-Functional Leadership Work closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Present sourcing strategies, supplier recommendations, cost reduction initiatives, and risk assessments to leadership teams. Support global standardization initiatives for suppliers, pricing structures, contracts, and payment terms. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related technical field. 7+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, supply chain, procurement, or supplier development. Strong experience with custom fabricated parts or EMS related manufacturing commodities. Experience leading RFQ/RFP processes, supplier negotiations, and commercial agreements. Strong analytical and cost modeling skills with the ability to perform TCO and market analysis. Knowledge of fabrication technologies, manufacturing processes, materials, lead-times, and supplier capabilities. Strong communication, negotiation, and supplier management skills. Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and supply chain analytics tools. Strong experience in: Engineering Purchasing Contract negotiation Material or production planning Operations or supply chain management Material cost control Master production scheduling Technical procurement or planning experience with custom or electrical components Preferred Qualifications Experience in EMS, aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, or high-reliability manufacturing environments. Knowledge of supplier qualification methodologies and manufacturing quality standards. Experience managing global suppliers across the U.S., Mexico, and Asia. Strong understanding of supply chain risk mitigation and dual sourcing strategies. Experience supporting BTP (Build-to-Print) manufacturing operations. APICS, CPM, CPSM, or related certifications preferred. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Annual cost savings and PPV improvements Supplier on-time delivery performance Supplier quality metrics (PPM, SCAR closure) Lead-time reduction Payment term improvements Dual sourcing implementation Inventory optimization and continuity of supply RFQ turnaround and sourcing cycle time Supplier consolidation and spend leverage