IT Commodity Manager (Procurement)

Overview

At Wolfspeed, we believe the most powerful innovations are created by people who care deeply about what they build and why it matters. As the global leader in silicon carbide technology, we are enabling a more sustainable, electrified future—one breakthrough at a time.

Our team at Wolfspeed is bold, modern, and relentlessly focused on execution. We are building the foundation for the next decades of innovation, and we’re looking for people who are ready to help shape it.

This role plays a critical part in Wolfspeed’s mission to scale world‑class silicon carbide technology safely, reliably, and sustainably. In your role as an IT Commodity Manager, you will lead indirect procurement activities across IT software, hardware, and services, driving strategic sourcing, supplier alignment, contract negotiations, and cost optimisation in close partnership with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end indirect procurement activities for IT commodities, including software, hardware, and IT services.
• Analyse spend data, supplier performance, and market trends to inform sourcing strategies and optimise the supply base.
• Own and manage RFX processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP) from initiation through award.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract reviews, ensuring terms align with Wolfspeed’s business, risk, and compliance objectives.
• Manage contract lifecycle activities, including reviews, renewals, and ongoing supplier governance.
• This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in indirect procurement, sourcing, and supplier management.
• Proven capability managing RFX processes and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong organisational, prioritisation, stakeholder, and self‑management skills.
• Commitment to ethical, fair, and compliant business practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years’ success negotiating IT software contracts (customer or service‑provider side).
• Working knowledge of SAP and SAP Business Network (Ariba).
• Experience with contract lifecycle management tools (e.g. Icertis).

We understand you may not meet every requirement — that’s okay. We encourage you to apply.

Why Wolfspeed?

At Wolfspeed, we believe the most meaningful work happens when innovation and purpose come together. As the global leader in silicon carbide technology, we are powering the future of energy, enabling cleaner transportation, more efficient power systems, and solutions that make a lasting impact on how the world works.

But our success is not driven by technology alone. It’s driven by people.

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