Posted 29 July, 2026
Commodity Manager IV
VARITE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Bangalore, Karnataka, IN
Full Time
Reference: 26-41242-2522-2
Company Name: VARITE India Private Limited
About The Client:
A technology company focuses on data storage solutions, designing and manufacturing various storage devices, including hard disk drives (HDDs), solid-state drives (SSDs), and data storage systems. The products cater to diverse applications like personal computing, data centres, and external storage solutions. Additionally, the company offers data management software and services to optimize storage performance and security. Headquartered in the United States, it has become a significant player in the data storage industry, contributing to the evolving landscape of digital storage and memory solutions.
About The Job:
Sourcing
Skills Required:
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to respond/submit their updated resumes, and for additional job opportunities, please visit Jobs In India – VARITE.
Unlock Rewards: Refer Candidates and Earn.
If you're not available or interested in this opportunity, please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions. VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program, where you'll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE.
Experience Level Bonus Referral:
About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About The Client:
A technology company focuses on data storage solutions, designing and manufacturing various storage devices, including hard disk drives (HDDs), solid-state drives (SSDs), and data storage systems. The products cater to diverse applications like personal computing, data centres, and external storage solutions. Additionally, the company offers data management software and services to optimize storage performance and security. Headquartered in the United States, it has become a significant player in the data storage industry, contributing to the evolving landscape of digital storage and memory solutions.
About The Job:
- The Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for technical products, equipment, electronic components, spare parts and infrastructure that support engineering & manufacturing objectives.
- This role leads end-to-end sourcing activities, supplier relationship management, commercial negotiations, and contract execution to deliver measurable outcomes in cost, quality, delivery, risk management, and innovation.
- The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong business acumen, and partners effectively with Engineering, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to support business growth and technology initiatives.
Sourcing
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activities across technical categories including equipment, electronic components, spare parts, and manufcaturing infrastructure.
- Drive disciplined RFQ/RFP processes, competitive bidding, supplier evaluations, selection, and award recommendations.
- Lead commercial negotiations to achieve cost, quality, service, and delivery objectives while ensuring long-term value for the business.
- Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, standardization, and strategic partnerships.
- Supplier Relationship Management & Performance Identify, qualify, develop, and manage suppliers to meet business requirements for cost, quality, delivery, capacity, and technology capabilities.
- Establish supplier performance metrics and conduct regular business reviews to drive continuous improvement.
- Assess and mitigate supplier risks, including supply continuity, financial health, capacity constraints, geopolitical exposure, and single-source dependencies.
- Support supplier innovation initiatives and technology roadmaps to enable future business needs.
- Partner with Legal and business stakeholders to develop, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements, including NDAs, Statements of Work, and supply agreements.
- Ensure contracts include appropriate commercial terms, service levels, deliverables, intellectual property protections, confidentiality requirements, risk mitigation provisions, and termination rights.
- Deliver annual cost savings, cost avoidance, and value improvement targets.
- Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership assessments to support sourcing decisions.
- Monitor spending, savings performance, and budget adherence across assigned categories.
- Develop business cases and sourcing recommendations supported by financial and operational analysis.
- Partner closely with Engineering, Finance, Legal, Quality, and other stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business priorities.
- Support new product development, technology programs, capital investments, and operational initiatives through proactive supplier engagement.
- Ensure sourcing decisions support project timelines, technical requirements, and business objectives.
- Influence stakeholders and drive alignment on sourcing strategies, supplier selections, and commercial outcomes.
Skills Required:
- 10+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, category management, or supply chain management with responsibility for technical or indirect spend categories.
- Proven track record leading sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management with measurable business results.
- Strong analytical, financial, and commercial negotiation skills.
- Experience working with global suppliers and stakeholders across multiple regions and time zones.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with technical, operational, and executive stakeholders.
- Proficiency with sourcing, procurement, and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa) and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Experience in semiconductor, electronics, manufacturing, technology, engineering, or other high-tech environments.
- Experience sourcing equipment, electronic components, spare parts or technology-related categories.
- Experience in supporting manufacturing plants, new product introduction (NPI) and new technology development
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to respond/submit their updated resumes, and for additional job opportunities, please visit Jobs In India – VARITE.
Unlock Rewards: Refer Candidates and Earn.
If you're not available or interested in this opportunity, please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions. VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program, where you'll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE.
Experience Level Bonus Referral:
| 0-2 years | INR 5,000 |
| 2-6 years | INR 7,500 |
| 6+ years | INR 10,000 |
About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
