Commodity Manager – Mechanical

Overview

MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and sales offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. MACOM is certified to the ISO
9001 international quality standard and ISO
14001 environmental management standard.

MACOM has more than 75 years of application expertise with multiple design centers, Si, GaAs and InP fabrication, manufacturing, assembly and test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. MACOM offers foundry services that represents a key core competency within our business. MACOM sells and distributes products globally via a sales channel comprised of a direct field sales force, authorized sales representatives and leading industry distributors.

Our sales team is trained across all of our products to give our customers insights into our entire portfolio.

Commodity Manager – Mechanical

The Commodity Manager leads the development and execution of MACOM’s sourcing strategies for machining, mechanical, and related spend categories. This role drives supplier performance, supports sourcing decisions, and ensures continuity of supply, optimal total acquisition cost, lead time management, on-time delivery, and product quality. This position reports to the Director of Sourcing, is based on site in Lowell, MA, and requires approximately 20% travel.

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies and lead teams to meet project timelines, cost targets, and supplier performance objectives.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and identify new technologies and industry best practices.
• Lead annual cost-savings initiatives that support organizational financial and growth objectives.
• Develop commodity business plans aligned with organizational priorities.
• Drive early supplier engagement within the product development cycle.
• Implement metrics, tools, and processes that improve sourcing efficiency and supplier performance.

• Mechanical & Technical Expertise
• Strong knowledge of machining, CNC, sheet metal, injection molding, castings, tooling, materials, and GD&T.
• Ability to interpret and challenge complex mechanical drawings and specifications.

• Advanced negotiation skills across contracts, supplier agreements, and conflict resolution.
• Proven success in delivering cost savings and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analytical & Systems
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical capability in market trends, risk assessment, and cost modeling.
• Proficiency with Excel and Power BI.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable presenting to senior leadership and leading multi-site projects.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Decisiveness and urgency in achieving results.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience in sourcing and managing complex mechanical assemblies.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Preferred experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

The Salary Range for this position is $97,900 - $166,000. Actual salary offered to candidates will depend on several factors, including but not limited to work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

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