Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:* Provide strong leadership and guidance to the Global Commodity Engineering team, fostering a culture of strong quality technical mindset and accountability.* Provide leadership in key process indicator (KPI) definition, structure, and the effective use of standardized technical assessment methods to drive supplier capability developments.* Develop Supply Chain strategies, aligned with company objectives, that drive excellence in supplier selection, development, onboarding and engagement processes, across customer programs for quality, cost, and delivery.* Establish and maintain supplier performance metrics (cost, delivery, service, quality, innovation, social responsibility, etc.) together with the Global Commodity Management team.* Participate in periodic Business Reviews with critical and preferred suppliers.* Conduct routine supplier audits, technical process assessments to ensure compliance with customer, Celestica, and industry standards.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve supplier-related capability issues.* Educate suppliers on the deployment of core quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, 8D/Root Cause Analysis, and problem resolution processes.* Stay abreast of and implement relevant changes in customer requirements to external suppliers.* Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes* Act as the focal point of interface with customers on supplier change-related communications.* Participate in the development of supplier general processes and special processes such as welding, powder coating, painting, plating, anodizing, and polishing.* Provide technical support in supplier/component technical issues arising from related process and/or product qualification processes.* Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by management.Specialized Focus on High Precision Machining:* Align with Commodity Managers to implement commodity strategies specific to high precision machining, ensuring top-tier quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery.* Oversee supplier relationships for precision machining operations, ensuring adherence to complex tolerances and standards such as those in CNC machining, EDM, and multi-axis machining.* Lead collaboration with engineering and production teams to solve complex precision machining challenges, ensuring high-quality parts and components meet customer specifications.* Assess and drive improvements in machining processes, tooling, and technology used by suppliers to guarantee the highest level of precision and minimal variation in final products.* Establish performance metrics tailored to high precision machining, including measuring surface finish, tolerances, and dimensional accuracy across multiple suppliers and global locations.* Lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline machining operations, reduce scrap, and enhance overall machining process efficiency.* Ensure compliance with stringent industry standards (ISO, AS9100, etc.) in all aspects of machining processes.