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CelLink Corporation · 3 weeks ago

Commodity Manager

San Carlos, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$105K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

CelLink is a company that provides electrical systems to leading automotive OEMs and EV manufacturers. They are seeking a highly motivated Commodity Manager to drive sourcing and supplier management for electronic components, packaging materials, and logistics carriers, playing a key role in New Product Introduction and supply chain optimization.

Electric VehicleElectronicsHardwareManufacturing

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for electronic components, packaging, and 3PL logistics

Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to support NPI and production scaling

Drive cost savings and risk mitigation through supplier negotiations and contract management

Monitor supplier performance, quality, and delivery reliability to align with business needs

Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments for compliance

Collaborate with teams to source components and packaging for NPI projects

Support prototype builds, pilot runs, and mass production ramp-ups

Manage supplier capacity planning to align with production forecasts

Optimize logistics and 3PL strategies for cost efficiency and on-time delivery

Improve global supply chain flow and distribution network performance

Qualification

Commodity managementStrategic sourcingSupplier negotiationsCost analysisNPI sourcingERP systemsCross-functional collaborationAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteBilingual in MandarinKoreanProblem-solving skills

Required

5+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in electronics, packaging, or logistics

Strong understanding of electronic component supply chains, packaging materials, and 3PL logistics operations

Experience in NPI sourcing, supplier qualification, and mass production transitions

Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with strong collaboration skills

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field

Requires a general understanding of supply chain management, competitive analysis, cost analysis, cost avoidance and reduction, negotiation, commodity knowledge, information systems/commerce, and procure-to-invoice

Strong knowledge of industry best practices

Proven negotiation skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software

Experience working with contract manufacturers, EMS providers, and distribution partners

Familiarity with commodity cost trends, supply risk assessment, and supplier development methodologies

Knowledge of logistics optimization and carrier negotiations for global supply chains

Preferred

Knowledge of global supply chain regulations, tariffs, and trade compliance is a plus

Bilingual in Mandarin or Korean preferred, as this role involves frequent negotiations with vendors across Asia

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Participation in CelLink's discretionary employee stock option plan

Company

CelLink Corporation

CelLink’s high-conductance flexible circuits consolidate busing, fusing, voltage monitoring, and temperature sensing into a single integrated solution.

Founded in 2011

San Carlos, California, USA

201-500 employees