We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Commodity Manager to support sourcing and supplier management across electromechanical components and manufacturing commodities.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in high-volume manufacturing environments who understands both the business and technical side of sourcing engineered products and materials. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, and Finance teams to support production, new product development, and long-term supply chain strategy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop sourcing strategies for electromechanical commodities and engineered components
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, pricing, and contracts
- Support new product introduction (NPI) and production scaling activities
- Partner with internal teams to improve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity
- Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and material risks
- Drive cost reduction and operational improvement initiatives
- Manage RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier communications within the ERP/MRP system
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Experience/Education
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6+ years of experience in Commodity Management, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment
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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
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Experience sourcing electromechanical, mechanical, or electronic components
- Understanding of manufacturing processes such as stamping, molding, machining, cable assemblies, PCBAs, or related technologies
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Experience working in ERP/MRP systems
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
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Experience working with suppliers based in Asia.
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Fluency in Mandarin is preferred.
Preferred Background
Experience supporting industries such as:
- EV or automotive
- Data centers or power systems
- Industrial equipment
- Electronics manufacturing
- Aerospace or advanced manufacturing
Location
On-site in San Carlos, CA, or Georgetown, TX
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Working Conditions/Hours:
Full time/Salaried
Office Hours
Available/willing to work overtime to meet project commitments as required.
Work Environment – Office
Includes both a typical office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues, and a shop environment, with exposure to high noise levels from operating machines, physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, nuisance dust, and exposure to hazardous materials used in the manufacturing process.
Work Environment – Manufacturing/Shop Environment
Includes a shop environment, with exposure to high noise levels from operating machines, physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, nuisance dust, and skin exposure to hazardous materials used during the material prep process.
PPE
Ear Protection that meets minimum OSHA requirements is recommended in areas of high noise levels.
We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates are essential to our success. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees while building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. CelLink participates in the E-Verify program in specific locations as required by law.
CelLink was founded in 2012 and entered volume production in 2018. CelLink provides electrical systems to the world's leading automotive OEMs & EV manufacturers, data center developers, and stationary power companies. The company has raised approximately $315M in funding through private investment and multiple grants from the US Department of Energy. CelLink’s investors include 3M, Atreides, BMW, BorgWarner, Bosch, D1 Capital, Fidelity, Fontinalis Partners, Ford, Franklin Templeton, Lear, Park West, SK Telecom, Standard Investments, T. Rowe Price, Tinicum, and Whale Rock.
