Global Commodity Manager

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Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a [ Distribution Global Commodity Manager (GCM) ] located in [Shanghai Zhangjiang, China]. What a typical day looks like: Serve as primary Distribution commodity lead for North China region. Develop and execute distribution sourcing strategies to optimize cost, supply continuity, lead time, and inventory performance across authorized distributors and regions.

Manage strategic relationships with global and regional distribution partners, performance improvement, and business growth. Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, payment terms, rebates, inventory programs, design registration, supplier-managed inventory (SMI), and value-added services to maximize competitiveness and profitability and achieve commodity KPIs. Drive supply assurance and risk mitigation initiatives by monitoring allocation risks, geopolitical exposures, E&O management, inventory health, and business continuity plans across the distribution network.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve supply constraints, expedite critical requirements, and improve overall supply assurance. The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Cost savings and Materials margin Distribution spend management Payment terms improvement SMI performance Program fee incentives Distributor scorecard performance North China growth and localization initiatives Geopolitical risk mitigation and supply chain resiliency Contract coverage and commercial compliance Here are a few examples of what you’ll get for the great work you provide: Social Insurance Life Insurance PTO Job Category Global Procurement & Supply Chain Required Skills: Optional Skills: Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

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