Motive · 2 hours ago
Principal Commodity Manager
Hybrid - San Francisco, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$178K/yr - $244K/yr
7+ years expMotive is a company that empowers physical operations with innovative tools for safety and productivity. They are seeking a Principal Global Commodity Manager to lead the commercial strategy for critical components, ensuring alignment between engineering and supply chain to enhance product performance and cost efficiency.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Develop and publish comprehensive Sourcing Strategy Decks for RF, IC, and Memory categories, outlining technology roadmaps, supply landscape, and cost trends
Establish and maintain a Preferred Vendor List (AVL) to guide Engineering toward strategic partners, reducing rogue spend and design-in risks
Drive aggressive cost reductions through a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach
Act as the "Engineer’s Ally": Embed with design teams during the concept phase to influence component selection before the BOM is frozen
Host internal "Sourcing Forums" and Supplier Tech Days (e.g., Mini-CES) to bring supplier innovation directly to our engineering teams
Bridge the gap between technical requirements and commercial reality, ensuring new designs utilize components with long-term lifecycle support
Drive Contract Coverage (MSA/Supply Agreements) for top strategic suppliers to secure capacity and legal protection
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experiences in sourcing and supply chain management, with a focus on RF Modules, Integrated Circuits (ICs), and Memory for consumer electronics, automotive or related industries
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field required
Demonstrated negotiation skills and proven experience in contract management
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive strategic decisions
Experience with global supplier management and working in cross-functional teams
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and resolve conflicts
The applicant must be authorized to receive and access those commodities and technologies controlled under U.S. Export Administration Regulations
Preferred
Master's Degree
Demonstrated success in driving supplier innovation and achieving significant cost reductions
Knowledge of international trade compliance and tariff regulations
Benefits
Health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits
Paid time off
Sick time off
Short term and long term disability coverage
Life insurance
401k contribution
Company
Motive
Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable.
1001-5000 employees
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