Global Commodity Director- Semiconductors & Electronic

Shanghai Permanent RMB1,000,000 - RMB1,500,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Global Commodity Manager to lead worldwide sourcing activities across semiconductor and electronic component categories, while managing a geographically diverse commodity team.The successful candidate will combine strong leadership, stakeholder management, and commercial expertise to drive supplier strategies, support business growth, and strengthen supply chain resilience across global operations.
  • Own global commodity strategy across electronic component categories.
  • Lead and develop an international commodity team across multiple regions.

About Our Client

Our client is an international automotive technology company with a broad manufacturing footprint and long-standing relationships with global vehicle manufacturers.

Job Description

Global Commodity Strategy

  • Develop and execute global commodity strategies for semiconductor and electronic component categories.
  • Monitor market trends, technology developments, capacity constraints, and supply risks.
  • Build category roadmaps that align with business, engineering, and operational requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve supply resilience, cost competitiveness, and supplier performance.
  • Support long-term sourcing initiatives across multiple regions and business units.



Supplier Management & Commercial Negotiation

  • Manage strategic supplier relationships with global semiconductor and component manufacturers.
  • Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, contracts, capacity allocation, and long-term agreements.
  • Evaluate supplier capabilities, technology roadmaps, and investment plans.
  • Drive supplier performance improvements across quality, delivery, innovation, and cost objectives.
  • Ensure alignment between supplier strategies and business priorities.



Team Leadership

  • Lead and develop a global commodity team located across multiple countries and regions.
  • Manage and mentor both local and international team members, including non-Chinese employees.
  • Promote collaboration, accountability, and knowledge sharing across the team.
  • Establish priorities and governance processes to ensure consistent execution of sourcing strategies.
  • Support talent development and succession planning within the commodity organization.



Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner closely with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Regional Procurement teams.
  • Support new product development and production programs through proactive supplier engagement.
  • Participate in executive discussions related to sourcing strategy, supply chain risk, and business continuity.
  • Drive alignment among internal stakeholders with differing priorities and requirements.
  • Facilitate decision-making through clear communication and data-driven recommendations.



Risk Management & Supply Continuity

  • Develop mitigation plans for supply shortages, geopolitical risks, capacity constraints, and market disruptions.
  • Monitor supplier financial stability and operational performance.
  • Lead escalation management for critical supply issues affecting production and customer commitments.
  • Strengthen business continuity planning across strategic electronic component categories.
  • Support regional and global risk management initiatives.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Commodity professional should have:

  • Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain principles in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
  • Proven experience in supplier management and contract negotiation.
  • Ability to analyse market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proficiency in relevant software and tools for procurement activities.



A results-driven approach to meeting business objectives.Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Electronics, or a related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in global procurement, commodity management, or strategic sourcing within a multinational manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience managing a global commodity team.
  • Strong sourcing experience covering semiconductor and electronic component categories.
  • Demonstrated success managing international teams, including non-Chinese employees.
  • Experience operating within a matrix organization and influencing senior stakeholders globally.



Leadership & Personal Attributes

  • Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • Proven ability to operate effectively across cultures and regions.
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.
  • Ability to balance strategic planning with operational execution.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable presenting to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
  • Fluent spoken and written English.

What's on Offer

  • Global responsibility within a highly visible procurement organization.
  • Opportunity to manage strategic semiconductor and electronic component categories.
  • Exposure to international stakeholders and cross-regional business initiatives.
  • Leadership responsibility for a multicultural team.
  • Participation in technology-driven sourcing and supply chain transformation projects.
  • Competitive compensation package and long-term career development opportunities.
Contact
Amy Cao
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7074748
Phone number
+86 21 6035 3551

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Direct Procurement
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amy Cao
Consultant phone
+86 21 6035 3551
Job Reference
JN-072026-7074748

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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