Global Commodity Manager for Photonics
Ciena Corporation • ottawa, on • Posted July 09, 2026
About the Role
Join Ciena as the Global Commodity Manager specializing in optical photonic components. Lead the global procurement strategy and supplier innovation in a flexible work environment.
As a key player at Ciena, you'll bring 8-12+ years of sourcing experience in the high-tech sector. Your expertise in negotiating high-valued supply agreements and optimizing supplier management will be crucial. This senior role focuses on building strategic partnerships and driving cost reductions in a collaborative cross-functional context.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the strategy development for optical components procurement
• Negotiate global agreements ensuring competitive pricing
• Build a diversified supplier ecosystem focused on innovation
• Implement cost reduction programs via benchmarking and modeling
• Mitigate supply risks linked to geopolitical factors and capacity
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain; MBA preferred
• 8-12+ years in...
As a key player at Ciena, you'll bring 8-12+ years of sourcing experience in the high-tech sector. Your expertise in negotiating high-valued supply agreements and optimizing supplier management will be crucial. This senior role focuses on building strategic partnerships and driving cost reductions in a collaborative cross-functional context.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the strategy development for optical components procurement
• Negotiate global agreements ensuring competitive pricing
• Build a diversified supplier ecosystem focused on innovation
• Implement cost reduction programs via benchmarking and modeling
• Mitigate supply risks linked to geopolitical factors and capacity
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain; MBA preferred
• 8-12+ years in...