Commodity Manager - Electronics & Contract Manufacturing (CEM) at INFICON – East Syracuse, New York

INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.

INFICON is seeking a highly skilled and strategically minded Commodity Manager for Electronics & Contract Manufacturing (CEM) to lead global sourcing initiatives for electronic components, PCBAs, and contract manufacturing services. This individual will own the commodity strategy, develop a bestinclass supplier base, and drive cost, quality, and riskmanagement initiatives across a complex and technically demanding supply chain.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical acumen in electronics, deep experience navigating volatile component markets, and the ability to partner closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure continuity of supply for INFICONs highprecision instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

Category Strategy & Commodity Management

• Develop and execute the global sourcing strategy for electronics components, PCBAs, and contract manufacturing services.

• Monitor electronics market trends-pricing, lead times, allocation risks-and translate insights into proactive sourcing decisions.

• Build and maintain should cost models to support negotiation, cost competitiveness, and long- term category planning.

• Drive annual cost reduction initiatives through competitive sourcing, BOM optimization, and supplier led productivity improvements.

Supplier Selection, Qualification & Development

• Lead supplier identification, RFx processes, and qualification in partnership with Engineering, Quality, and Operations.

• Manage strategic suppliers through performance reviews, KPIs, and continuous improvement plans.

• Establish dual source strategies, mitigate EOL risks, and ensure supply continuity for critical electronics.

• Collaborate with global procurement teams to align commodity strategies and leverage cross site volumes.

Contract Negotiation & Commercial Management

• Negotiate supply agreements, pricing structures, and commercial terms to secure cost, quality, and capacity commitments.

• Lead contract renewals and price negotiations using data driven analysis and market benchmarking.

• Ensure supplier adherence to contractual obligations, delivery requirements, and quality metrics.

Technical & Cross Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the electronics procurement SME for NPI programs-ensuring components meet cost, lead time, and sourcing requirements.

• Partner with Engineering and Quality on supplier audits, corrective actions, and part standardization initiatives.

• Support ECO impact assessments, obsolescence management, and AVL expansion.

SAP & Data Management

• Maintain accurate SAP MM master data, sourcing records, and purchasing conditions.

• Use SAP reporting and analytics to support strategic planning, supplier performance tracking, and business reviews.

Education

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related technical field.

• Masters degree (MBA or Supply Chain) preferred.

Experience

• 610 years of experience in commodity management or strategic sourcing focusing on electronics components, PCBAs, or contract manufacturing.

• Strong background managing complex electronics supply chains with longlead components and multilevel BOMs.

• Preferred experience in semiconductor equipment, analytical instrumentation, medical device electronics, industrial automation, or defense electronics.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong technical understanding of electronic components (active, passive, connectors, sensors, PCBAs) and ability to interpret datasheets and AVLs.

• Experience with CEM/EMS operations, including pricing structures, SMT/PTH processes, and IPCbased quality standards.

• Proficiency in SAP MM and related procurement workflows.

• Ability to build and apply shouldcost models and analytical tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.

• Familiarity with qualification processes such as FAI, PPAP, and electronics quality standards.

Preferred Attributes

• Certifications such as CPSM, CPM, IPC CIS, CQE, CSCP, or CPIM.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and problemsolving abilities.

• Demonstrated success in supplier development, cost reduction, and crossfunctional collaboration.

• Ability to excel in a fastpaced and evolving environment.

The expected salary range for this position is between $95,000 and $115,000 per year. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit-sharing bonus with a target of 10%, as well as 401K match up to 8% (vesting schedule). The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

INFICONs forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact us.careers@inficon.com.

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.