Manager 5, Strategic Sourcing

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global commodity strategies and sourcing roadmaps.
• Lead supplier selection, RFI/RFP/RFQ, and negotiations for LTAs.
• Drive supplier segmentation, QBRs, and corrective action plans.
• Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and productivity targets.
• Identify and mitigate risks across capacity, supply continuity, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Ops, and R&D for innovation and design-to-cost.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strategic sourcing and category management.
• Advanced negotiation and contracting skills.
• Market intelligence, cost modeling, analytics.
• Supplier relationship management at executive level.
• Cross-functional leadership and influence.
• Strong financial acumen.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management.
• Experience with supplier negotiations and global strategies.
• MBA or advanced degree.
• CPSM/CIPS or equivalent certification.
• Global, multi-site procurement experience.
• Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com .

Additional Information

The Commodity Manager shapes the company's global supply base through strategic sourcing, supplier leadership, and cost management. This role develops category strategies, secures contracts, and unlocks supplier-enabled innovation to deliver measurable savings and mitigate risk.

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