Sourcing Manager II 73712

Job Description

ONSITE - Sunnyvale, CA

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing, driving, and executing within the product category for Reality Labs.

We are seeking individuals who desire to be at the forefront of breakthrough technology and contribute to building a world-class supply chain.
This strategic sourcing manager will collaborate closely with Hardware Engineering, Technical Program Management, Finance, and Technical Operations throughout the product development cycle, from prototype to mass production, to ensure successful product launch.

The individual will lead sourcing activities related to new technologies and innovative manufacturing processes to achieve design intent while optimizing quality versus cost, promoting sustainability, and championing continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

CM Ops Manager 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 the supplier quality team.
Negotiate master agreements and Statements of Work (SOW) with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
Lead design and cost trade-off discussions during development stages to influence production design and manufacturing processes for optimal product decisions.
Develop and implement a supplier performance measurement system and conduct periodic supplier business reviews with management and the cross-functional team.
Influence the direction of suppliers' business investments and roadmaps to align with our strategic goals for mechanical technology development.
Lead total cost reduction programs to achieve the lowest possible total cost, encompassing product cost, transportation cost, inventory cost, and cost of quality.
Utilize should-cost models to inform negotiation strategies, identify cost reduction opportunities, and optimize supplier pricing.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams within our organization and the supply base to drive product and process improvements.
Build 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 identify new opportunities outside of their functional area and lead cross-functional organizational initiatives to drive innovation and growth in mechanical categories.
Manage supplier scorecards and SOW contracts.

Program Manager Responsibilities:
PMP certification.
Coordinate the CMM Ops team, ensuring adherence to standard structure (e.g., Off-Site Action Follow-up, Supplier Briefs, Approval Outlook Dates, Upcoming Events).

Requisition Details
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.
Strong leadership, program management, and cross-functional teamwork skills.
Ability to communicate and influence at all levels of management.
Experience operating in dynamic, high-volume, consumer electronics, or similar environments.
PMP certification.
Experience navigating ambiguity and prioritizing multiple workstreams.

Requisition Details
Purpose/Size of this team & where does this position fit within the team? The incumbent will report to the CWAM and collaborate with Tier 1 manufacturers across Asia mostly
Outside of current hiring need(s), will there be additional needs for contractors in the next 12-months (forecasting)? No
Why is this position open? To provide additional team support.
How will performance be measured? Performance will be measured based on the individual's ability to engage with Contract Manufacturers (CM) and their negotiation skills.
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition
What makes this role interesting? Competitive market comparison & Unique Role

Must-Have Skills:
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
AI experience Candidate Disqualifiers

Are there any types of candidate profiles or skills that may not be the right fit for this team? None identified.
Are there any immediate disqualifiers or red flags that stand out? To be elaborated.

Difficult Aspects of Job Requisition Details
What are some difficulties or challenges that the candidate should be aware they may face in the role and need to be able to handle to be successful? Candidates must possess a high level of proficiency in supply chain management and a comprehensive understanding of cost structures. A lack of such experience will likely hinder success in this role.