Sourcing Commodity Manager (optics)
Job Description This role is accountable for delivering measurable value through cost reduction, risk mitigation, operational efficiency, and supplier performance improvement, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Coherent’s core values. Duties & Responsibilities Drive cost savings initiatives to deliver continuous cost reduction in external spending annually through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation and contract negotiation. Partner with internal stakeholders to support new product development and lifecycle management by ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of optics materials and components. Develop and maintain robust supplier relationships to support innovation, reliability, sustainability, and business continuity. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning, supplier diversification, and inventory optimization strategies. Lead cross-functional initiatives to ESI (early supply involve), enabling greater agility and responsiveness to market and business needs. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, ethical standards, and applicable international trade regulations.