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Commodity Manager, Active Electronics (Semiconductors)

Commodity Manager, Active Electronics (Semiconductors)

Shure IncorporatedNiles, IL, United States
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Commodity Manager, Active Electronics (Semiconductors)

Job ID

2025-4307

Category

Supply Chain

Job Locations

US-IL-Niles

Workplace Arrangement

Hybrid

Overview

Do you thrive in leading high quality and efficient deliverables?

As the Commodity Manager , Active Electronics (Semiconductors) you will provide leadership to drive component technology roadmaps and strategic changes to meet Company's technical requirements. You will manage components through the entire life cycle from New Product Introduction / Development (NPI) to End of Life (EOL) / Last Time Buy (LTB). You will work closely with design engineering / product teams, operations engineering, quality, supply management, component suppliers, distributors and Contract Electronics Manufacturers to provide leadership and support to validate the selection and use of components to ensure compliance to the published strategies. The goal is to achieve best in class quality, competitive costs, consistent on-time delivery and time to market for Shure products.

This position is hybrid (2-3 days per week) based out of our Niles, IL Corporate Headquarters.

Responsibilities

Leads Commodity teams

  • Establishes and maintains approved supplier list and capability matrix
  • Works within the team to establish the company's strategy and direction within the given commodity
  • Adapts the strategy as business, market, and economic environments change
  • Conducts Life-Cycle analysis for commodity, as appropriate
  • Identifies cost reduction opportunities within the team and drive implementation to achieve the reductions
  • Populates supplier scorecard (R / Y / G)
  • Maintains the commodity code classification system (ensure they are correct / create new)
  • Initiates and conducts annual supplier contract negotiations with Purchasing Manager

Conducts spend analysis, leading to negotiation with supply base

  • Leads / Co-leads pricing negotiations
  • Establishes terms and conditions for contracts
  • Generates cost reduction targets (not just PPV, but also cost avoidance)
  • Creates cost models for relevant commodities
  • Analyzes market trends
  • Conducts market analysis for price, lead-time, and capacity

  • Sets up speculative buys or other strategies as needed due to market trends
  • Analyzes market drivers affecting the commodity (raw material, component availability, global supply and demand, etc.)
  • Manages supplier relationship and conducts supplier business reviews
  • Utilizes standardized agenda

  • Conducts technology roadmap alignment - Coordinates with Engineering
  • Identifies cost reduction opportunities
  • Reviews delivery performance
  • Reviews quality performance
  • Reviews contract performance
  • Conducts spend analysis
  • Supply Resolution
  • Point of escalation for major supply issues

  • Identifies multi sourcing opportunities
  • Works with internal teams and suppliers to create supply programs and processes to mitigate supply risk
  • Contract Management (Negotiates supplier contracts, including regarding Supply, Pricing, Development, NDAs, etc)
  • Coordinates supplier technology presentations for engineering. Introduce new suppliers to Shure engineering when necessary and assist in educating Shure engineering about the approved supplier list.
  • Participates in establishing and maintaining best practices for Strategic Sourcing and reporting of objectives
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering
  • 7 years exp. in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering position in a medium to high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Sourcing experience in working directly with distributors and / or OEMs to negotiate contract pricing to be used across multiple CEM suppliers
  • Extensive experience in electronic & semiconductor components
  • Experience and knowledge in PCBA manufacturing and assembly processes
  • Competence with MS Office software, MS Excel and MS Access is a plus
  • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and project management skills required
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to quantify / evaluate manufacturing processes and technologies to ensure "best cost" solutions for purchased components and new product cost parameters
  • Demonstrated negotiation skills
  • High standards of integrity required
  • High energy level and strong self-motivation required
  • Planning and organizational skills with an ability to handle a multitude of projects required
  • Ability to travel 10% globally
  • Ability to come into the Niles, IL office frequently (flexibility with remote vs onsite work)
  • Preferred :

  • Strong technical background in component engineering is essential, with extensive experience in interfacing with product design, NPI, supply management, suppliers and OEMs to achieve results preferred
  • Knowledge of component-to-system interactions preferred
  • Previous background managing Analog ICs preferred
  • Master Business Administration (MBA)
  • Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to wo rk in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

    WHO WE ARE

    Shure's mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide - and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn't stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

    Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

    THE MIX MATTERS

    Don't check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you're excited about this role, believe you've got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!

    PAY TRANSPARENCY

    Shure offers a competitive compensation structure that is reviewed annually to attract, hire, and retain the industry's top talent. Base salaries vary based on qualifications, geography, experience, and expertise in each respective discipline. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the opportunity. The base salary for this position ranges from $115,300 to $196,100, with a midpoint target. This position may also be eligible for our incentive pay program, which varies based on individual and Company performance in the year. If your salary expectations do not align, still apply as we are often flexible on the seniority of posted positions. All positions also include an award-winning benefits package.

    WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits

    At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our Associates. We offer competitive rewards packages to full-time and part-time Associates working 24 or more hours a week that address physical, mental, financial, and overall well-being. Our benefits include comprehensive healthcare, mental health and retirement savings plans, generous paid time off programs, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, and volunteering / community involvement opportunities. To learn more, check out our Benefits At A Glance 2025.

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