Commodity Manager

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About Us:

Layer Zero Power Systems Inc. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission‑critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors.

Layer Zero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

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Commodity Manager Direct Materials

The Commodity Manager of direct materials at Layer Zero Power Systems is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for critical components that enable the company’s advanced power distribution systems. The role ensures supplier capacity, capability, and performance and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) are aligned with Layer Zero’s rapid growth and production requirements. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on, able to balance immediate production needs with long‑term supply chain scalability.

This position ensures TCO, drives measurable supplier performance, mitigates risk, and ensures supply continuity through structured performance management, data‑driven decision‑making, and proactive supplier development.

Direct Material commodities could include such components as:
Raw Steel, Metal Fabrications, Stampings, Copper, Copper Bus Bars, Copper Fabrications, Plastic Parts,

• Develop and implement commodity strategies for assigned commodities.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to understand cost structures, capacity constraints, and emerging risks in component supply chains.
• Develop and lead sourcing initiatives, through market analysis, from including RFQ through contract negotiation and long‑term agreements.
• Build and maintain a resilient, scalable supply base to support production growth and new product launches.
• Establish working relationships with all stakeholders (e.g. Engineering, Plant Operations, Suppliers and Product Quality, Finance, etc.)
• Act as a change management leader, elevating processes and tools to achieve business goals.
• Develop and present category strategies and results to Senior Leadership.

• Collaborate with Operations and SIOP teams to ensure transformer and heat sink suppliers can meet production forecasts.
• Assess supplier scalability and lead times to support demand surges and ramp‑ups.
• Develop capacity models and tools to identify bottlenecks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead supplier readiness reviews for critical programs.
• Lead, define and track KPIs for on‑time delivery, quality, lead time, responsiveness, and total cost competitiveness.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) to drive continuous improvement.
• Implement corrective actions for performance gaps using data‑driven insights.

• Identify cost reduction opportunities through volume leverage, alternate sourcing, and design collaboration.
• Monitor global market trends to manage cost and risk exposure.
• Collaborate with suppliers to optimize logistics and reduce lead times.
• Participate in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to streamline procurement processes.

• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Support new product development with supplier sourcing and manufacturability input.
• Facilitate a culture…