Intel Corporation
Commodity Manager – Intel Corporation
Intel is at the forefront of technological innovation, delivering cutting‑edge semiconductor solutions worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to support our IT stakeholders across the software and cloud landscape. This role requires extensive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier management, leading RFPs, supplier selections and contract negotiations. Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute commodity strategies, driving supplier development through innovation and collaboration. Maintain advanced knowledge of industry and market dynamics to deliver supply chain solutions ahead of Intel’s needs. Apply strong understanding of contracting, negotiation, risk mitigation and supplier relationship management to manage supplier relationships and provide sustainable cost, quality, availability and technology solutions. Own relationships and coordinate purchasing activities with cross‑functional teams to acquire materials and services cost‑effectively and timely. Ensure commodities meet business demand and cost requirements necessary for Intel to develop great products/services. Collaborate with partner teams and suppliers to define standard and custom product requirements, influencing design decisions to meet desired product/service demand and business objectives. Capture commodity requirements and influence design to reduce cost and provide feedback. Conduct periodic executive reviews of commodity sourcing strategy with internal teams/customers to shape strategic business objectives and account investments through aligned roadmaps. Review and pivot sourcing strategy when required in response to changing market conditions and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity. Work closely with finance/legal to resolve disputes with suppliers/internal partners. Lead sustainability and regulatory compliance, ensuring suppliers comply with Intel’s business processes. Drive supply chain optimization, understand affordability, set cost targets and define cost reduction roadmaps through detailed understanding of suppliers’ financial targets, business objectives and margins. As a Successful Candidate, You Must Possess
Strong understanding of contracting, negotiation, risk mitigation and supplier relationship management. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams. Proven skill to influence design decisions and drive strategic business objectives. Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in STEM, business administration, industrial engineering, economics, supply chain or related field. 3+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, contract negotiations and supplier management. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in supply chain or related field. 8+ years of experience in SW category supplier management/SW contract negotiation and related sourcing experience. Job Details
Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States) Primary Location: Hillsboro, Oregon Benefits
Intel offers a competitive total compensation package including salary, stock, bonuses and benefit programs that include health, retirement and vacation. For more details, please visit:
Benefits Information Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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Intel is at the forefront of technological innovation, delivering cutting‑edge semiconductor solutions worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to support our IT stakeholders across the software and cloud landscape. This role requires extensive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier management, leading RFPs, supplier selections and contract negotiations. Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute commodity strategies, driving supplier development through innovation and collaboration. Maintain advanced knowledge of industry and market dynamics to deliver supply chain solutions ahead of Intel’s needs. Apply strong understanding of contracting, negotiation, risk mitigation and supplier relationship management to manage supplier relationships and provide sustainable cost, quality, availability and technology solutions. Own relationships and coordinate purchasing activities with cross‑functional teams to acquire materials and services cost‑effectively and timely. Ensure commodities meet business demand and cost requirements necessary for Intel to develop great products/services. Collaborate with partner teams and suppliers to define standard and custom product requirements, influencing design decisions to meet desired product/service demand and business objectives. Capture commodity requirements and influence design to reduce cost and provide feedback. Conduct periodic executive reviews of commodity sourcing strategy with internal teams/customers to shape strategic business objectives and account investments through aligned roadmaps. Review and pivot sourcing strategy when required in response to changing market conditions and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity. Work closely with finance/legal to resolve disputes with suppliers/internal partners. Lead sustainability and regulatory compliance, ensuring suppliers comply with Intel’s business processes. Drive supply chain optimization, understand affordability, set cost targets and define cost reduction roadmaps through detailed understanding of suppliers’ financial targets, business objectives and margins. As a Successful Candidate, You Must Possess
Strong understanding of contracting, negotiation, risk mitigation and supplier relationship management. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams. Proven skill to influence design decisions and drive strategic business objectives. Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in STEM, business administration, industrial engineering, economics, supply chain or related field. 3+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, contract negotiations and supplier management. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in supply chain or related field. 8+ years of experience in SW category supplier management/SW contract negotiation and related sourcing experience. Job Details
Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States) Primary Location: Hillsboro, Oregon Benefits
Intel offers a competitive total compensation package including salary, stock, bonuses and benefit programs that include health, retirement and vacation. For more details, please visit:
Benefits Information Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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