Supplier commodity manager - Memory (Hyrbid)

The application window is expected to close on: 05/26/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This is a hybrid role based in the USA. Meet The Team The Global Supplier Management (GSM) Organization is an industry leader in sourcing and supplier management that enables sustained innovation and supply chain excellence. You will join a very motivated team that achieves record‑setting results and a fun group that helps each other be successful at work and play. Our team’s focus is to drive innovation as well as outstanding cost, quality, and delivery; to accomplish this, you will work very closely with constituents across Supply Base, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Legal. Your Impact You possess a combination of business experience and strong interpersonal communication and relationship‑ management skills, aren’t intimidated by titles, and can work with people toward a shared goal. You'll use your ability to influence, both inside and outside Cisco, to ensure we successfully implement our strategy. Your top negotiation skills are used daily so that Cisco is ambitious in the marketplace and our customers love our products. Cisco Global Supplier Management (GSM) is seeking a motivated Supplier Commodity Manager for Memory and Flash technologies . You will be part of a highly impactful and dynamic organization collaborating with cross‑functional teams and suppliers. Responsible and accountable for the Commodity Strategy for Memory, Flash, and related storage technologies and for enabling that strategy across the supply base Responsible and accountable for all aspects of supplier relationship management—including technical, commercial, delivery, and quality—while working across partner supply‑ chain organizations such as Technology & Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Operations Working closely with Global Planning and Fulfillment teams to track inventory, CT2R, and ensure continuity of supply across Memory and Flash components; this includes lead‑time management, Strategic Inventory Planning, sophisticated purchase proposals, and similar activities Managing quarterly negotiations of component cost and lead‑times for Memory and Flash suppliers Performance Management: Executive escalations/resolution, scorecards, and business reviews on Cost, Quality, Delivery, Technology, and Partnership Proactively using data to assess issues, perform risk assessment, collaborate cross‑functionally to develop mitigation proposals, and drive implementation to completion Identifying, tracking, and collaborating on Market Indicators relevant to the Memory and Flash industry , anticipating technology and market transitions Negotiating and driving all aspects/terms of legal settlements/agreements such as MPAs, MOUs, Capacity Agreements, VMI agreements, and others Influencing suppliers to invest in capabilities and technologies that meet Cisco’s future Memory and Flash requirements Minimum Qualifications 7 years of sourcing, supply chain experience mgnt , memory sales. Analytical skills to build out cost models, forecasts etc. Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and legal team to drive alignment. Ability to build and execute sourcing strategy. Technical & commercial understanding of manufacturing processes of systems and component. Preferred Skills Background in network / server industry. Proficiency in leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity, decision-making, and business outcomes. Excellent skills in supplier management and contract review/management. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how huma ... (truncated, view full listing at source)