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At Aviat Networks we take great pride in hiring a workforce that is committed to supporting and strengthening our values and attributes. If you’re results oriented, customer centric, and an innovative thinker who also takes pride in personal and professional integrity, Aviat Networks is the ideal next step in your career. We are looking for people who love to solve problems, enjoy change and know how to have fun! Come join us as we bring communications to the world.

Aviat Networks is the world’s largest independent supplier of wireless transmission systems. We are recognized worldwide for cutting-edge 5G, backhaul, networking solutions and services. Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Aviat Networks to build, expand and upgrade their voice, data, and video solutions.

We currently have an immediate need for a Commodity Manager

About the Role: The Commodity Manager is responsible for the Management and coordination of the Fabricated Metals and Plastics suppliers of products and/or assemblies used in Aviat Networks’ products. Consolidate and update the preferred supplier base for continuous supplier quality and competitive pricing in support of Aviat’s goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

Focal point for management/coordination with all groups (Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing) deriving the optimal supplier selection based on total cost of ownership.
Assist in the establishment of supplier selection and development activities related to New Product Introduction (NPI), Prototype and Production business. Supplier selection and development activities encompass all aspects of the supply chain including price, lead time, inventory levels, sales support, logistics, tariffs, and life cycle management.
Responsibilities include:
Achieve savings and other key metrics aligned with corporate goals.
Market monitoring and trend update.
Regular business reviews with key suppliers.
Identify and cultivate new suppliers for total cost reduction opportunities.
Identifying and managing programs for cost reduction/localization of preferred supplier(s) suited with customers’ needs for localization.
Initiate supplier quality management/improvements. Ratings, measurements, delivery vs. quality, etc. Acquisition of supplier in-process data, evaluating process capability, arranging regular status conference calls etc. Timely reporting of vendor performance for improvement.
Ship to stock program or reduction of control points reducing dock to stock time, etc to shorten lead-time.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies:

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field and minimum 10 years direct experience
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and markets related to the following commodities: electronic and mechanical components, and accessories; value-add assembly; and freight and logistics
Working knowledge of quality management such as CQE, certified Lead Assessor of the Assessor for ISO 9000 is an added advantage.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel required.
Conversational Japanese a plus

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