Commodity Program Manager, Consumer Notebooks

Commodity Program Manager, Consumer Notebooks Description - Job Summary The Commodity Program Manager (CPM) is responsible for leading commodity development and qualification for system integration, acting as the counterpart to a System/Platform PM focused specifically on key components (e.g., memory, SSD, display, power, etc.). Owns end-to-end commodity lifecycle within platform development Serves as the bridge between engineering, supply chain, ODM, and commodity teams Drives qualification readiness, risk management, and execution alignment Acts as the central program management focal point to ensure effective communication, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional execution across all commodity-related activities This role manages commodity programs across multiple organizations, ensuring successful qualification, readiness, and execution for consumer notebook platforms. The role coordinates stakeholders, manages risks and dependencies, tracks program progress, and drives alignment across engineering, supply chain, suppliers, and ODM partners.

Commodity Development & Qualification Leadership • Lead commodity qualification planning and execution • Own and maintain qualification matrix (Qual matrix) • Track and report qualification status across suppliers and platforms • Coordinate qualification activities among engineering, suppliers, and ODM partners to ensure readiness and timely issue resolution Program Management (Commodity Scope) • Manage commodity-related deliverables within the overall platform program • Align commodity schedules with platform milestones (NPI phases, builds, RTM) • Drive cross-functional execution with EE, ME, system teams, and ODM partners • Facilitate communication and decision-making across stakeholders to maintain program alignment and execution efficiency Cross-Functional Coordination • Act as the core team interface across: Platform Engineering Supply Chain / Procurement ODM Partners Commodity Engineering Teams • Ensure: Alignment of requirements Timely decision-making Issue escalation and resolution Clear communication of priorities, dependencies, and program status across organizations Risk Management & Issue Resolution • Identify and manage: Supplier risks Qualification risks Supply shortages • Drive: Mitigation plans for critical issues Communication of risks to system teams and leadership Cross-functional action planning to resolve program and execution challenges Supply & Qualification Readiness • Coordinate: Sample readiness (DB, SI, IUR, etc.) Qualification coverage and test scope • Ensure commodity readiness meets: Build schedules Quality and reliability targets Communication & Status Management • Represent commodity status in: Core team meetings Program reviews • Provide: Clear status updates Highlight critical blocking issues Alignment with System/Program PMs Executive-ready communication, including concise summaries, risk assessments, and recommendations Program Leadership • Manage commodity programs across engineering, supply chain, procurement, suppliers, and ODM partners to ensure successful execution and delivery • Develop and maintain program schedules, key milestones, resource plans, and deliverables aligned with platform development and qualification timelines • Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners, manage dependencies, and drive issue resolution • Communicate program status, escalations, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders and leadership • Support process improvements and operational initiatives that improve program execution and product readiness • Provide guidance to less-experienced team members while independently managing complex program challenges Education & Experience Recommended • Four-year or Graduate Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience • Typically has 5+ years of