# Manager 4, Strategic Sourcing at Western Digital

- Company: Western Digital
- What the company does: WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. Backed by Sequoia.
- Company website: https://www.westerndigital.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Amphoe Si Maha Phot, Prachin Buri
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-24
- Apply by: 2026-11-08
- Apply: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000151564928
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/western-digital-manager-4-strategic-sourcing/

## About the role

The Commodity Manager – Chemicals & Gases will lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost optimization, contracting, and supply continuity activities for chemicals and industrial/specialty gases supporting four manufacturing sites across Malaysia, Thailand, China, and the Philippines.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Chemistry, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, procurement, or supply chain
- At least 3–5 years of direct experience managing chemicals, industrial gases, specialty gases, semiconductor materials, or other critical manufacturing materials
- Demonstrated experience supporting multiple manufacturing sites or countries
- Strong experience in contract negotiation, supplier management, cost analysis, and supply-risk mitigation
- Understanding of chemical and gas supply chains, including raw materials, packaging, storage, transportation, infrastructure, and regulatory requirements