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Commodity Manager

Teradyne· Product Test Group Supply Chain
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North Reading, MA$130.2k - $186.8kfull-timePosted 3d ago

About the role

Commodity Manager for Teradyne’s Product Test Group Supply Chain, responsible for sourcing electronics used on Teradyne’s test solutions, managing supplier base, cost management, and driving NPI to mass production with ITAR/export-controlled compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage supply base (domestic) for Electronic Components required across our test solutions.
  • Work directly with local Engineering teams and key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development.
  • Provide guidance to internal engineering customers on recommended suppliers to use.
  • Negotiate purchasing/pricing contracts and MSAs to ensure continuity of supply and protect Teradyne’s interests, and act as the supplier interface for RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
  • Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and partner with design teams to identify and mitigate supply and demand challenges.
  • Partner with internal resources to drive urgent closure of any quality concern.
  • Visit supplier facilities and assess operational capability, financial health, and capacity to award contracts for new product development and long-term production.
  • Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis including strategic direction, capacity, market position, and risk assessment.
  • Manage costs to ensure alignment with program budget.
  • Present value propositions to executives related to contracts, cost reviews, cost reduction, and critical supply issues.

Qualifications

  • 8-12 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain / Strategic Sourcing / Electronics Manufacturing
  • College degree in supply chain management, business management, or Engineering
  • Technical procurement or planning experience with Electronic Components, PCBAs
  • Experience with ITAR, EAR, or export-controlled products, or regulated supply chains
  • Experience in new product introduction (NPI) and mass production (MP)
  • Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fabrication drawings, BOMs and related files
  • Proven track record of ownership, negotiating pricing and driving results
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to respond quickly in a fast-moving environment
  • Technical knowledge and experience with Military and Aerospace electronics and subsystems
  • Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills (cost modeling, quotation analysis, capacity management)
  • Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and adhere to schedules in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel 15-20% of the time
  • Local candidates only; relocation not provided
  • Not eligible for visa sponsorship; ITAR/export-controlled work eligibility required

Skills

Required:Supply chain managementStrategic sourcingContract negotiationITAR/Export controlsTechnical drawing interpretation

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid vacation & holidays
  • Tuition assistance
  • More (details via Teradyne benefit information)
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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