Supplier Commodity Manager

Responsibilities

• Operating across semiconductor technology, engineering, and supply chain, the role ensures Cisco maintains technology leadership, supply continuity, and competitive advantage.
• Define and implement global sourcing and supplier strategy across Foundry, OSAT, and Substrates
• Support the end-to-end supplier ecosystem strategy for Silicon One, aligning capacity, technology, and roadmap readiness with product requirements
• Partner closely with Engineering and the Operation teams to influence silicon roadmap decisions, including node selection, packaging strategy, and supplier engagement models
• Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships across technology, commercial terms, capacity, quality, and long-term partnerships
• Drive supply assurance andcapacity planning to enable business growth
• Monitor industry trends and technology shifts to proactively position Cisco for long-term advantage
• Lead and develop high-performing teams across sourcing, supplier management, and commercial strategy

Requirements

• Core Capabilities
• Expertise in the semiconductor ecosystem, including Foundry, OSAT andsubstrates
• Strong understanding of silicon technology roadmaps, including process nodes, advanced packaging, and capacity dynamics
• Ability to partner with engineering and business teams to implement product development, technology, and supply chain strategies
• Negotiator with experience structuring complex, strategic supplier agreements
• Data-driven influencer with a strong focus on measurable outcomes
• Highly effective communicator with the ability to influence team members internally and externally
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor sourcing, supplier management, or technology supply chain leadership
• Experience supporting custom silicon programs within complex technology environments
• Strong knowledge of Foundry, OSAT, and substrate markets, including technology trends and supplier landscape
• Experience in product development cycles and close partnership with engineering organizations
• Financial and commercial expertise, including cost modeling, capacity planning, and long-term agreements
• Why Cisco?
• We are Cisco and our impact starts here!
• We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.

Additional Information

Sr. Director, Silicon Sourcing & Supplier Management

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