IT Commodity Manager

About Marvell

Marvell's semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.

Your Team, Your Impact

What You Can Expect

The IT Commodity Manager will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for IT-related indirect spend categories, including hardware, software, SaaS, cloud services, telecom, and IT consulting. This role will focus on optimizing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and aligning procurement initiatives with broader business objectives. The manager will collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure procurement delivers strategic value and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for IT commodities to meet cost, quality, and service objectives.

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for IT spend, including RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier selection.

• Supplier Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key IT suppliers and service providers.

• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement, innovation, and risk mitigation.

• Partner with IT, Finance, Legal, and other internal teams to understand business needs and align procurement strategies.

• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing market insights and procurement expertise.

• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, demand management, and supplier consolidation.

• Track and report savings and value delivery metrics in collaboration with Finance and IT stakeholders

• Support the development and enforcement of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Drive standardization and automation of procurement processes for IT spend.

• Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure favorable terms and compliance with company policies.

• Assess and mitigate risks related to IT procurement, including data security, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

• 8-10+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement experience in a global corporate environment, with a strong focus on IT categories (hardware, software, cloud, telecom, services).

• 5-7+ years of experience in a senior-level procurement role, including leadership of cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Technical & Strategic Skills:

• Proven success in managing complex IT sourcing initiatives and delivering measurable cost savings and value creation.

• Deep understanding of IT procurement trends, vendor ecosystems, licensing models, and contract structures.

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with experience handling enterprise-level agreements and renewals.

• Proficiency in procurement technologies and tools such as e-sourcing platforms, spend analytics, and contract lifecycle management systems.

• Leadership & Collaboration

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies.

• Experience working closely with IT, Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

Transformation & Change Management

• Experience driving procurement transformation initiatives, including process optimization, policy development, and digital enablement.

• Ability to manage change effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

The successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com.

Interview Integrity

As part of our commitment to fair and authentic hiring practices, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (e.g., transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT, CoPilot, or note-taking bots) during interviews.

Our interviews are designed to assess your personal experience, thought process, and communication skills in real-time. If a candidate uses such tools during an interview, they will be disqualified from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.