Commodity Manager, Electromechanical Manufacturing at CelLink Corporation

<div class="content-intro"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p>&nbsp;</p> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Commodity Manager to support sourcing and supplier management across electromechanical components and manufacturing commodities.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This role is ideal for someone with experience in high-volume manufacturing environments who understands both the business and technical side of sourcing engineered products and materials. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, and Finance teams to support production, new product development, and long-term supply chain strategy.</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Duties and Responsibilities&nbsp;</span></strong></span></div> <ul data-end="1214" data-start="677"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Develop sourcing strategies for electromechanical commodities and engineered components</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, pricing, and contracts</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support new product introduction (NPI) and production scaling activities</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Partner with internal teams to improve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and material risks</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Drive cost reduction and operational improvement initiatives</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier communications within the ERP/MRP system</span></li> </ul> <div> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)</span></strong></p> <p><strong>Experience/Education</strong></p> </div> <ul data-end="1739" data-start="1242"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">4+ years of experience in Commodity Management, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment</span></div> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred</span></div> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience sourcing electromechanical, mechanical, or electronic components</span></div> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Understanding of manufacturing processes such as stamping, molding, machining, cable assemblies, PCBAs, or related technologies</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong negotiation and supplier management skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience working in ERP/MRP systems</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"></span> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Experience working with suppliers based in Asia.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> <div>Fluency in Mandarin is preferred.</div> <span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"></span></li> </ul> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Preferred Background</strong></span></div> <div><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience supporting industries such as:</span></div> <ul data-end="1947" data-start="1808"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">EV or automotive</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Data centers or power systems</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Industrial equipment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Electronics manufacturing</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Aerospace or advanced manufacturing</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>&nbsp;Location</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">On-site in San Carlos, CA, or Georgetown, TX</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Physical Demands and Work Environment </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Working Conditions/Hours:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Full time/Salaried</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Office Hours</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Available/willing to work overtime to meet project commitments as required.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><u>Work Environment – Office</u></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Includes both a typical office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues, and a shop environment, with exposure to high noise levels from operating machines, physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, nuisance dust, and exposure to hazardous materials used in the manufacturing process.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><u>Work Environment – Manufacturing/Shop Environment</u></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Includes a shop environment, with exposure to high noise levels from operating machines, physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, nuisance dust, and skin exposure to hazardous materials used during the material prep process.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">PPE</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ear Protection that meets minimum OSHA requirements<strong> </strong><strong>is</strong> recommended in areas of high noise levels.</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The base pay is just one part of CelLink's total compensation package and is determined within a range. The pay range is designed to support your career progression as you learn, grow, and develop within your role. Your base pay range will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.&nbsp;<br>At CelLink, we believe that each employee should have the opportunity to become a CelLink shareholder through participation in CelLink's discretionary employee stock option plan. You'll also receive comprehensive medical and dental coverage and other great benefits.<br>Note: CelLink benefits, compensation, and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements.</p></div><div class="title">San Carlos, CA Base Pay</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$130,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$140,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates are essential to our success. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees while building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. CelLink participates in the E-Verify program in specific locations as required by law.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>CelLink was founded in 2012 and entered volume production in 2018. CelLink provides electrical systems to the world's leading automotive OEMs &amp; EV manufacturers, data center developers, and stationary power companies. The company has raised approximately $315M in funding through private investment and multiple grants from the US Department of Energy. CelLink’s investors include 3M, Atreides, BMW, BorgWarner, Bosch, D1 Capital, Fidelity, Fontinalis Partners, Ford, Franklin Templeton, Lear, Park West, SK Telecom, Standard Investments, T. Rowe Price, Tinicum, and Whale Rock</em>.&nbsp;</span></p></div>