Overview
On Site
$45.7 - $52.53 hr
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12+ mo(s)
Skills
STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER
SOURCING MANAGER
GLOBAL SUPPLY MANAGER
COMMODITY MANAGER
CM OPERATIONS MANAGER
MANUFACTURING PROGRAM MANAGER
SUPPLIER MANAGER
VENDOR MANAGER
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
CM
ODM
EMS
TIER 1
NPI
EVT
DVT
PVT
MASS PRODUCTION
NEGOTIATION
SOW
MSA
SUPPLIER SELECTION
SCORECARD
CONSUMER
ELECTRONICS
HARDWARE
WEARABLE
AR
VR
XR
APAC
ASIA
CHINA
VIETNAM
MALAYSIA
Job Details
Payrate: $45.70 - $52.53/hr.
Summary:
We are looking for individuals who desire to be on the ground floor of a breakthrough technology and help build a world class supply chain. This strategic sourcing manager will work closely with Hardware Engineering, Technical Program Management, Finance and Technical Operations during the product development cycle from prototype to mass production to ensure successful product launch. The person will lead sourcing activities related to new technologies and innovative manufacturing processes to realize design intent while optimizing quality versus cost, driving sustainability and championing continuous improvement throughout the lifecycle of products.
Responsibilities:
Must-Have Skills:
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $45.70 - $52.53/hr. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience and the benefits package you select. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, 10 paid days off, 401(k) plan participation, commuter benefits and life and disability insurance.
Consent to Communication and Use of AI Technology: By submitting your application for this position and providing your email address(es) and/or phone number(s), you consent to receive text (SMS), email, and/or voice communication whether automated (including auto telephone dialing systems or automatic text messaging systems), pre-recorded, AI-assisted, or individually initiated from Aditi Consulting, our agents, representatives, or affiliates at the phone number and/or email address you have provided. These communications may include information about potential opportunities and information. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.
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Summary:
We are looking for individuals who desire to be on the ground floor of a breakthrough technology and help build a world class supply chain. This strategic sourcing manager will work closely with Hardware Engineering, Technical Program Management, Finance and Technical Operations during the product development cycle from prototype to mass production to ensure successful product launch. The person will lead sourcing activities related to new technologies and innovative manufacturing processes to realize design intent while optimizing quality versus cost, driving sustainability and championing continuous improvement throughout the lifecycle of products.
Responsibilities:
- Drive early supplier engagement in New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs
- Establish supplier selection criteria, evaluate suppliers, manage the supplier selection process, and drive final supplier selection in partnership with hardware engineering, manufacturing design engineering, and supplier quality team
- Negotiate master agreements and SOW with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty and service terms
- Lead design and cost trade-off conversation during development stages to influence production design and manufacturing processes for the best decision of the product
- Develop and implement supplier performance measurement system and conduct periodic supplier business reviews with the management and cross functional team
- Influence the direction of suppliers' business investments and roadmaps to align with Company's strategic goals for mechanical technology development
- Lead total cost reduction program to achieve the lowest possible total cost which covers product cost, transportation cost, inventory cost and cost of quality
- Utilizes should-cost models to inform negotiation strategies, identify cost reduction opportunities, and optimize supplier pricing
- Collaborate with cross functional teams within Company and supply base to drive product and process improvements
- Builds relationships with peers and stakeholders on organization-wide initiatives, obtaining alignment on objectives and articulating strategy, with a focus on driving growth and innovation in mechanical categories
- Proactively identifies new opportunities outside of their functional area and leads cross-functional organizational initiatives to drive innovation and growth in mechanical categories
- Manage supplier scorecards and SOW contracts
- PMP certification would be a plus
- Coordinate the CMM Ops team keeping us all on track for standard structure (i.e. Off-Site Action Follow-up, Supplier Briefs, Approval Outlook Dates, Upcoming Events, etc.)
Must-Have Skills:
- Lead RFX (Request for Proposal, Quotation, or Information) processes to identify and engage with potential suppliers, ensuring competitive bidding and optimal contract terms
- Proven track record of successfully leading RFX processes and negotiating contracts with suppliers
- 3-5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, sourcing, or contract manufacturing management
- 3+ years of direct experience with contract manufacturing, including managing Asia-based suppliers* Progressive experience and thorough knowledge of supply chain, sourcing, and contract manufacturing management
- Direct experience with Tier 1 manufacturers, including managing Asia-based suppliers
- Experience with consumer electronics, innovative manufacturing processes and mechanical technology development
- Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs
- Strong negotiation skills (master agreements, SOW, pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, service terms)
- Ability to lead design and cost trade-off conversations during development
- Experience developing and implementing supplier performance measurement systems
- Experience with supplier selection, evaluation, and management
- Experience with cost reduction programs and should-cost modeling
- Experience managing supplier scorecards and SOW contracts
- Strong program management skills (coordinating teams, tracking actions, managing events and approvals)
- Experience operating in dynamic, high-volume, consumer electronics or similar environments
- Strong leadership and cross-functional teamwork skills
- Ability to communicate and influence at all levels of management
- Experience collaborating with hardware engineering, technical program management, finance, and technical operations
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and prioritize multiple work streams
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Fluent in Mandarin
- Experience working with supply chains in India, fluent in Hindi or other Indian languages
- PMP certification
Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $45.70 - $52.53/hr. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience and the benefits package you select. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, 10 paid days off, 401(k) plan participation, commuter benefits and life and disability insurance.
Consent to Communication and Use of AI Technology: By submitting your application for this position and providing your email address(es) and/or phone number(s), you consent to receive text (SMS), email, and/or voice communication whether automated (including auto telephone dialing systems or automatic text messaging systems), pre-recorded, AI-assisted, or individually initiated from Aditi Consulting, our agents, representatives, or affiliates at the phone number and/or email address you have provided. These communications may include information about potential opportunities and information. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.
You represent and warrant that the email address(es) and/or telephone number(s) you provided to us belong to you and that you are permitted to receive calls, text (SMS) messages, and/or emails at these contacts. You also acknowledge and agree to Aditi Consulting LLC s use of AI technology during the sourcing process, including calls from an AI Voice Recruiter. AI is used solely to gather data and does not replace human-based decision-making in employment decisions. Calls may be recorded.
Consent is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. You may revoke your consent at any time by replying STOP to messages or by contacting .
For information about our collection, use, and disclosure of applicant's personal information as well as applicants' rights over their personal information, please see our
#AditiConsulting
#25-23677
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