Global Commodity Manager – Electronics Distribution

Celestica

Global Commodity Manager managing sourcing strategy within electronics distribution for Celestica’s operations. Collaborating with teams to implement procurement and supplier performance strategies.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$90,000 - CA$130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement strategy implementation, supplier development, and strategic sourcing within the EMS industry. Proven ability to lead complex negotiations, conduct market analysis, and manage supplier performance while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders.

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Procurement Strategy ImplementationSupplier DevelopmentStrategic SourcingCommodity ManagementComplex Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Supplier AnalysisPricing Strategy DevelopmentContract AnalysisMarket Conditions AnalysisForecastingSupplier Performance ManagementBusiness Review ConductingGlobal Supplier Quality ManagementCustomer BOM AnalysisStrategic Initiative Leadership

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingEffective CommunicationInfluencing SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's Degree in Business

Industry Keywords

EMS Industry ExperienceSemiconductorsInterconnectElectromechanical ComponentsPassive ComponentsDistribution SourcingCustomer ContractsGlobal Business Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement the procurement strategy for the distributors, which will include provision of technological direction, supplier analysis development and selection as well as development of pricing strategies
Interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
Co-lead the Distribution Council Corporate negotiation process as required and the Customer Materials Commitment processes through materials pricing and Customer BOM analysis
Conduct strategic analysis on pricing, market conditions, suppliers, customers, competitors, contract analysis and negotiation of long-term agreements
Act as a liaison to sites to manage critical shortages, develop strategies to support constrained commodities and represent sites as well as manage related systems changes that have broad effects on the execution of purchasing responsibilities
Lead and manage quarterly Global Electronics Distribution negotiation process and ensure accurate forecasting and pricing compliance
Conduct business reviews with senior management at strategic suppliers
Support Global Supplier Quality management audits and assessments relating to new and existing suppliers
Participate in Corporate Commodity Council meetings to report out on key measurements
Drive supplier performance management efforts
Lead global strategic initiatives as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business preferred
7+ years of related experience (including EMS industry experience) preferred
Knowledge and understanding of supplier development, strategic sourcing and commodity management
Commodity management experience in Semiconductors, Interconnect, Electromechanical & Passive components and/or distribution sourcing
Knowledge of customer contracts and contractual obligations as they relate to supply chain requirements and liabilities
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to lead complex negotiations effectively
Experience with driving supplier development/management
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
Ability to influence and work cross-functionally across the organization to achieve objectives
Ability to effectively interface with international sites and suppliers to establish strong working relationships
Good understanding of global business environments
Frequent overnight travel is required (up to 25%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive benefits package