Sandisk
Senior Global Commodity Manager - Logistics Sourcing
Sandisk, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035
Senior Global Commodity Manager - Logistics Sourcing
Company Description Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Negotiate, manage, coordinate, and support Logistics sourcing activities for all modes of Freight (Air, Ocean, Trucking & Parcel) including warehousing and brokerage preparing RFx, managing the process and analyzing competitive bids using eSourcing tool. Analyze spend data, internal requirements, and external supply markets to develop strategic sourcing strategies and plans aligned with the business goals. Prepare, redline and negotiate commercial contracts - services agreements, licenses, statements of work and amendments in conjunction with legal team. Develop strong collaborative relationships with internal clients to strategically manage spend and the supply base for assigned categories. Develop strong partnerships with Logistics operations, accounts payable, and legal teams. Manage, coordinate and support special/critical projects such as ad hoc and spot rate approval process and others as needed. Provide excellent strategic sourcing support to the reporting manager and business partners to ensure a competitive advantage for Western Digital. Drive improvements in key metrics such as cost, quality and transit time. Drive process improvements, assist with projects and provide feedback to management on market conditions, supplier relationships, and quality and customer service issues. Ensure timely and cost effective acquisition of products, services and equipment while driving contract compliance. Complete day-to-day activities including specification clarification, source/supplier identification, proposal analysis, review and clarification, contract knowledge, supplier performance management, and supplier/customer conflict resolution. Provide feedback to management on market conditions, vendor relationships, supply and equipment standardization, quality issues. Assist with projects and perform other related duties as directed by management. Manage Supplier relationship management including: supplier solicitation, selection and qualification process; and quarterly/bi-annual business reviews and scorecards. Qualifications REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree preferred, Master’s degree a plus Preferred 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience in the Logistics space (Warehouse services & Transportation) and eSourcing tool experience Skills Demonstrated skills in negotiating and formulating contracts for services procurement, understanding of outsourcing models and cost associated with them, total cost models, should cost model, service rate benchmarking and contractual negotiation Highly developed negotiation skills and knowledge of contract Ability to work well in a high-paced dynamic environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and ensure task completion and deadlines are met as required Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word & Powerpoint The ideal individual must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Additional Information Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We comply with applicable equal employment opportunity laws and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations requests, please contact jobs.accommodations@sandisk.com with the job title and requisition number. Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 12/23/2025 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant before the deadline. If we do not hire for this role before the deadline, we will update the posting with a new anticipated deadline. Compensation & Benefits Details The pay position within the salary range is determined by factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, location, and business needs. The salary range reflects the posted role in applicable U.S. locations and may be modified in the future. Eligibility to participate in Sandisk's Short-Term Incentive Plan and potentially the Long-Term Incentive program, subject to plan terms. Some roles are not eligible for equity under the LTI plan. Comprehensive benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life, accident and disability insurance, FSAs/HSAs, employee assistance program, voluntary benefits, tuition reimbursement, transit benefits, stock purchase plan, and 401(k). Note: Compensation details are subject to change and are not wages until earned and vested. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Company Description Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Negotiate, manage, coordinate, and support Logistics sourcing activities for all modes of Freight (Air, Ocean, Trucking & Parcel) including warehousing and brokerage preparing RFx, managing the process and analyzing competitive bids using eSourcing tool. Analyze spend data, internal requirements, and external supply markets to develop strategic sourcing strategies and plans aligned with the business goals. Prepare, redline and negotiate commercial contracts - services agreements, licenses, statements of work and amendments in conjunction with legal team. Develop strong collaborative relationships with internal clients to strategically manage spend and the supply base for assigned categories. Develop strong partnerships with Logistics operations, accounts payable, and legal teams. Manage, coordinate and support special/critical projects such as ad hoc and spot rate approval process and others as needed. Provide excellent strategic sourcing support to the reporting manager and business partners to ensure a competitive advantage for Western Digital. Drive improvements in key metrics such as cost, quality and transit time. Drive process improvements, assist with projects and provide feedback to management on market conditions, supplier relationships, and quality and customer service issues. Ensure timely and cost effective acquisition of products, services and equipment while driving contract compliance. Complete day-to-day activities including specification clarification, source/supplier identification, proposal analysis, review and clarification, contract knowledge, supplier performance management, and supplier/customer conflict resolution. Provide feedback to management on market conditions, vendor relationships, supply and equipment standardization, quality issues. Assist with projects and perform other related duties as directed by management. Manage Supplier relationship management including: supplier solicitation, selection and qualification process; and quarterly/bi-annual business reviews and scorecards. Qualifications REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree preferred, Master’s degree a plus Preferred 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience in the Logistics space (Warehouse services & Transportation) and eSourcing tool experience Skills Demonstrated skills in negotiating and formulating contracts for services procurement, understanding of outsourcing models and cost associated with them, total cost models, should cost model, service rate benchmarking and contractual negotiation Highly developed negotiation skills and knowledge of contract Ability to work well in a high-paced dynamic environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and ensure task completion and deadlines are met as required Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word & Powerpoint The ideal individual must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Additional Information Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We comply with applicable equal employment opportunity laws and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations requests, please contact jobs.accommodations@sandisk.com with the job title and requisition number. Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 12/23/2025 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant before the deadline. If we do not hire for this role before the deadline, we will update the posting with a new anticipated deadline. Compensation & Benefits Details The pay position within the salary range is determined by factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, location, and business needs. The salary range reflects the posted role in applicable U.S. locations and may be modified in the future. Eligibility to participate in Sandisk's Short-Term Incentive Plan and potentially the Long-Term Incentive program, subject to plan terms. Some roles are not eligible for equity under the LTI plan. Comprehensive benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life, accident and disability insurance, FSAs/HSAs, employee assistance program, voluntary benefits, tuition reimbursement, transit benefits, stock purchase plan, and 401(k). Note: Compensation details are subject to change and are not wages until earned and vested. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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