Commodity Business Manager

Onto Innovation

Commodity Business Manager developing sourcing strategies for Onto Innovation’s semiconductor process-control technologies. Managing suppliers, contracts, costs, quality, capacity, and new product introduction programs.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeMilpitas • California, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $144,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes, with a strong focus on cost analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier performance evaluation. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive operational improvements while managing complex supply chain dynamics.

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Strategic SourcingSupply Chain ManagementContract NegotiationQuantitative AnalysisSupplier Performance Evaluation

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Hard Skills

ERP SystemsMaster SchedulingMaterial PlanningTCO ModellingShould-Cost AnalysisRFP AnalysisFinancial ModellingSupplier Development StrategiesProject Scheduling SoftwareQuality Control

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiating SkillsExcellent Oral and Written CommunicationOrganizational AgilityAbility to Deal with AmbiguityChange-Agent Capability

Industry Keywords

Supply Master AgreementsCommodity StrategiesSupplier Quality ActionsBusiness ContinuityOperational FitVolume and Surge RequirementsProcurement InitiativesInter-Organizational ActionsValue AnalysisContractual Vehicles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for assigned commodities
Map direct and indirect requirements and work with cross-functional teams to understand the market and competitive landscape
Identify and assess potential suppliers for reliability, reputation, financial stability, capacity, quality control, and operational fit
Negotiate long-term contracts defining quality standards, delivery schedules, pricing, business continuity, and supply-disruption contingencies
Manage project schedules and task details using reports, tracking charts, checklists, and project scheduling software
Ensure key suppliers execute Supply Master Agreements and complete monthly scorecards
Ensure the supply base can handle volume and surge requirements
Implement supplier development strategies to improve capabilities, cost, and lead times
Engage business stakeholders in Operations strategic planning, supplier development, and field service improvements
Lead the internal Onto Commodity Council
Drive procurement initiatives for supply optimization, risk mitigation, flexibility, quality, lead time, and cost
Improve supplier communications and summarize inter-organizational actions
Oversee procurement-related supplier activities
Support ECO development and execution and manage sourcing strategies for end-of-life components
Oversee supplier quality actions, discrepant materials, return-to-vendor transactions, and repair/refurbishment
Coordinate and lead QBRs with key suppliers
Develop short- and long-term commodity strategies using market analysis, user requirements, and company objectives
Analyze total cost of ownership, should-cost models, RFPs, negotiations, and financial models
Identify make-versus-buy opportunities and align decisions with stakeholders
Evaluate supplier performance and address sourcing issues with supplier leadership
Negotiate and formalize supplier agreements
Develop and implement sourcing and Operations strategies for new product introduction
Collaborate with engineering to communicate requirements to suppliers and identify critical parts, long-lead parts, and inspection requirements
Develop supplier and commodity road maps with engineering
Perform value analysis on build-to-print components for should-cost analysis
Ensure product lifecycle programs meet material cost and gross margin targets and maintain Cost Apportionment Models
Provide engineering and business process expertise on complex programs and issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA in business or another quantitative field, or comparable experience
Minimum 10+ years of operational experience
At least 5 years in a successful Supply Chain management role
Working knowledge of ERP systems
Understanding of Master Scheduling, Material Planning, and Procurement
Ability to establish relationships and trust within the organization and supply base
Ability to communicate business needs, plans, and status effectively and succinctly
Highly motivated self-starter who drives for results
Ability to deal with ambiguity
Outstanding quantitative skills
Strategic thinking and innovation
Strong negotiating skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Work commitment
High stress tolerance
Change-agent capability
Organizational agility
Ability to prioritize work and renegotiate timelines as priorities change
Understanding of quantitative sourcing techniques, including TCO modelling, should-cost analysis, RFP analysis, negotiation evaluation, and financial modelling
Knowledge of contractual vehicles for supplier agreements
U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
PTO
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Annual bonus opportunities
Potential long-term incentives tied to company and individual success
Wellness initiatives
Cutting-edge tools
Collaborative, inclusive culture