Senior Commodity Manager - Capital Equipment

About our group

The Equipment Commodity Management Team defines and executes sourcing strategies for high-value lab and manufacturing equipment, as well as critical components that support Seagate's global factories and design centers. We are a global team of commodity managers working collaboratively across regions to enable Seagate's technology roadmap and operational excellence.

• Lead sourcing and acquisition of equipment supporting Seagate Wafer Operations and Head/Media Development teams in the U.S.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Seagate teams and suppliers across the U.S. and Europe to deliver solutions aligned with Seagate's roadmap and production requirements.
• Conduct competitive analysis to identify best-in-class suppliers and drive strategic sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms; develop and manage contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and performance of major contracts through regular supplier interactions and business reviews.
• Engage with global counterparts in the U.S., Europe, and Asia on project-specific initiatives.

• Comfortable working independently and in collaborative team environments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; able to present to all levels of management, executives.
• Ability to integrate business and technical information into your decision making.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexible to accommodate meetings with international teams and suppliers outside standard hours.

• Previous roles in Commodity Management, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
• Direct experience working with external suppliers and/or customers.
• Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field with 5+ years of experience.

• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, processes, and automation.
• Experience in semiconductor wafer fabs or within hard disk drive.
• Familiarity with e-sourcing or web-based purchasing applications.
• Exposure to analytics tools (Knime, R, Python, Tableau) and AI their application to improve supply chain business processes.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $73,070.40 - $. The individual salary is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees, including, but not limited to, eligibility to participate in discretionary bonus program, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependent care, and healthcare spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12 holidays, flexible time off provided pursuant to Seagate policy, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

The benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location.

Our Bloomington campus spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington, and serves as the Recording Head development and manufacturing arm of Seagate. Located in the heart of a bustling community, Seagate offers an on-site cafe, or if you prefer, you can drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away. Need to grab a gift over lunch time? Shopping is abundant in the area.

If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, outdoor activities, tournaments, and group workouts. Looking for something more laid back? Reset in one of our meditation rooms, or simply take a walk around our indoor walking path. On-site cultural festivals, celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities also abound.

Location
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Normandale, United States
Travel
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Up to 10%