CommScope
Senior Manager, Broadband Contract Manufacturing & NPI
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About The Role
We are seeking an experienced sourcing and supply chain leader to drive Broadband's Contract Manufacturing (CM) and New Product Introduction (NPI) sourcing strategy. This role will be instrumental in shaping supplier partnerships, enabling successful product launches, and supporting strategic business growth through a resilient and high-performing supply network.
We're looking for a commercially astute, strategic leader who can operate comfortably from the boardroom to the factory floor. You are equally passionate about building supplier partnerships, developing talent, solving complex business challenges, and delivering measurable business results. Most importantly, you thrive in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement drive success.
What You'll Do
- Lead Broadband's NPI and Contract Manufacturing sourcing activities.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business priorities and long-range plans.
- Drive supplier selection, qualification, governance, and performance improvement.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Procurement, Finance, PLM, and S&OP teams to support successful product launches and supply chain performance.
- Lead commercial negotiations, contract management, and strategic supplier relationships.
- Develop and mentor a high-performing sourcing team while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
What Success Looks Like
- Strong supplier partnerships delivering improvements in cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
- Successful NPI execution and reliable supply chain performance.
- Enhanced sourcing analytics, governance, and execution discipline.
- A capable, engaged, and high-performing team.
What You'll Bring
- Significant experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Manufacturing, NPI, or Supply Chain Operations.
- Proven success leading sourcing strategies and supplier relationships for complex products or manufacturing environments.
- Strong commercial, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive results through collaboration.
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Qualifications & Skills
- Degree or CIPS certification in supply chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field.
- Significant experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Manufacturing, New Product Introduction, or Supply Chain Operations.
- Proven experience leading sourcing strategies and supplier selection for complex manufactured products or technical product portfolios.
- Strong understanding of contract manufacturing models, make-versus-buy analysis, supplier governance, and supply chain optimization.
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, lead time, MOQ, and responsiveness metrics.
- Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working cross-functionally with PLM, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and S&OP teams.
- Ability to lead, coach, and develop teams while driving accountability and performance.
Preferred
- Experience in Broadband, telecommunications, fiber optic products, connectivity, or related technology/manufacturing environments.
- Prior experience building or transforming sourcing, NPI, or Contract Manufacturing operating models.
- Experience with sourcing analytics, spend management, contract lifecycle management, and supplier performance dashboards.
- Knowledge of cost modelling, should-cost analysis, total cost of ownership, and value engineering.
- ERP, sourcing platform, or procurement systems experience.
We recognise that no candidate will meet every qualification or experience listed in this job description. If you are excited about this opportunity and believe your skills, experience, and leadership capabilities align with most of what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we're interested in talented individuals who can bring fresh thinking, drive results, and continue to grow within the role.
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At CommScope, we believe potential is just as important as experience. If you have a strong foundation in sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, or related disciplines and can demonstrate the ability to learn, lead, and make an impact, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to influence sourcing strategy, shape global manufacturing partnerships, and play a key role in bringing innovative broadband products to market. You'll work with senior leaders across the business, lead strategic initiatives, and make a visible impact on business performance while developing your career within a global technology organisation. This reflects the role's responsibility for sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, cross-functional leadership, and long-range business priorities.
Why CommScope
CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.
If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.
CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo
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