Manager 5, Strategic Sourcing
Company Description
At WD, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, WD is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.
Job Description
The Commodity Manager shapes the company’s global supply base through strategic sourcing, supplier leadership, and cost management. This role develops category strategies, secures contracts, and unlocks supplier-enabled innovation to deliver measurable savings and mitigate risk.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain global commodity strategies and sourcing roadmaps.
Lead supplier selection, RFI/RFP/RFQ, and negotiations for LTAs.
Drive supplier segmentation, QBRs, and corrective action plans.
Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and productivity targets.
Identify and mitigate risks across capacity, supply continuity, and compliance.
Collaborate with Engineering, Ops, and R&D for innovation and design-to-cost.
Skills & Competencies
Strategic sourcing and category management.
Advanced negotiation and contracting skills.
Market intelligence, cost modeling, analytics.
Supplier relationship management at executive level.
Cross-functional leadership and influence.
Strong financial acumen.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management.
Experience with supplier negotiations and global strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or advanced degree.
CPSM/CIPS or equivalent certification.
Global, multi-site procurement experience.
Additional Information
WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].
Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
Business Function: Strategic Sourcing
Work Location: Bayan Lepas PN1--LOC_WDT_MY0703
Location (Secondary): Remote Office - Singapore--LOCATION-3-278
At WD, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, WD is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.
Job Description
The Commodity Manager shapes the company’s global supply base through strategic sourcing, supplier leadership, and cost management. This role develops category strategies, secures contracts, and unlocks supplier-enabled innovation to deliver measurable savings and mitigate risk.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain global commodity strategies and sourcing roadmaps.
Lead supplier selection, RFI/RFP/RFQ, and negotiations for LTAs.
Drive supplier segmentation, QBRs, and corrective action plans.
Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and productivity targets.
Identify and mitigate risks across capacity, supply continuity, and compliance.
Collaborate with Engineering, Ops, and R&D for innovation and design-to-cost.
Skills & Competencies
Strategic sourcing and category management.
Advanced negotiation and contracting skills.
Market intelligence, cost modeling, analytics.
Supplier relationship management at executive level.
Cross-functional leadership and influence.
Strong financial acumen.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management.
Experience with supplier negotiations and global strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or advanced degree.
CPSM/CIPS or equivalent certification.
Global, multi-site procurement experience.
Additional Information
WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].
Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
Business Function: Strategic Sourcing
Work Location: Bayan Lepas PN1--LOC_WDT_MY0703
Location (Secondary): Remote Office - Singapore--LOCATION-3-278