# Senior Sourcing Commodity Manager, Optics at Arista

- Company: Arista
- What the company does: Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. Backed by Accel and Greylock.
- Company website: http://www.arista.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Santa Clara, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $142K to $188K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-11-03
- Apply by: 2026-12-18
- Apply: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/aristanetworks/744000159508919?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/arista-senior-sourcing-commodity-manager-optics/

## About the role

The Senior Sourcing Commodity Manager is responsible to strategically develop Optics commodity strategies for Arista in order to drive time to market, continuity of supply and meet cost reduction initiatives, The role will require the individual to be familiar with the complete range of strategic sourcing activities. This includes the analysis of spend, the formulation of and implementation of commodity strategies, the negotiation of contracts and the ongoing management of strategic supplier relationships. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations or Engineering required, Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a networking environment (preferred), electronics or electrical, purchasing, commodity management and materials management positions. CPIM, CIRM, and/or C.P.M. desired
- Utilize strong team building abilities to lead cross-functional process improvement teams and lead change within the organization. Ability to coordinate cross-site, multi-functional objectives
- Ability to interface and positively influence at all levels through excellent communication skills
- Ability to listen and simplify complex topics for non-technical audiences, and prepare summaries for executives and stakeholders
- Understanding of Optics commodity, materials, and manufacturing processes

Tags: NPI Engineering

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