Global Commodity Manager
Company: Rand Technology, LLC
Location: Irvine
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Role Summary Rand
Technology is seeking a dynamic Global Commodity Manager for
Memory, Storage, CPU, and GPU. This position is a strategic
leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the
procurement, supply chain, and market trend analysis for these
critical technology commodities. This role plays a pivotal part in
ensuring the company's competitive edge in the rapidly evolving
tech industry. Essential Functions Supply Chain Excellence: Develop
and execute a global supply chain strategy to ensure a reliable and
efficient flow of memory, storage, CPU, and GPU components
worldwide. Supplier Network: Leverage an extensive network of
specialized suppliers in the electronic components industry to
secure favorable terms, pricing, and quality standards. Market
Expertise: Lead the company in staying current with emerging market
trends in memory, storage, CPU, and GPU technologies; Develop and
implement strategies to capitalize on market opportunities and
mitigate risks. Commodity Expertise Development: Recruit, hire, and
develop a team of industry experts with in-depth knowledge of
memory, storage, CPU, and GPU technologies. Provide ongoing
training and mentorship to enhance the team's expertise and
awareness of market dynamics. Sales Enablement: Create
comprehensive training materials to educate the sales team on the
technical aspects, value propositions, and market trends of these
commodities. Cost Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities
specific to Memory, Storage, CPU, and GPU components through
strategic negotiations, value engineering, and supply chain
optimization. Quality Assurance: Ensure that suppliers meet and
exceed quality and compliance standards for Memory, Storage, CPU,
and GPU components, collaborating closely with quality teams to
resolve any issues. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate
closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering,
and Operations, to align procurement strategies with business
objectives within the specialized segment. Core Competencies Proven
expertise in global procurement of Memory, Storage, CPU, and GPU
components, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and
opportunities in this segment. Strong ability to build and maintain
specialized relationships with suppliers to secure favorable terms
and performance. Demonstrated expertise in specialized cost-saving
strategies and supply chain efficiency specific to Memory, Storage,
CPU, and GPU components. Exceptional market analysis skills
specialized in identifying trends and anticipating market shifts
within the electronic components sector. Understanding of
specialized quality standards and the ability to ensure supplier
compliance within this segment. Effective communication and
collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, with a
specialized focus. Strong negotiation and contract management
skills, specialized in Memory, Storage, CPU, and GPU components.
Ability to address complex specialized supply chain challenges and
implement effective solutions. This is a one year contract.
Requirements: Education and/or Experience and Physical Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a
related field. Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in Global
Procurement (Specialize in Memory, Storage, CPU, and GPU
components). Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, and supply
chain management, specifically in memory, storage, CPU, and GPU
commodities. Experience in the electronics industry is highly
desirable. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long
periods of time during the shift. Finger, wrist and hand dexterity
with repetitive motion.
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