Meta
Summary:
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will develop, drive and execute a new product category with Reality Lab at Meta. 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 individual is responsible for driving supplier business management activities for custom mechanical categories. 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.
Required Skills:
CM Ops Manager, Accessories Responsibilities:
Develop a soft goods sourcing strategy ensuring Reality Lab’s product roadmaps and business requirements are met
Understand and communicate industry trends, competitive landscape, and Meta's relationship with suppliers, partners, and industry
Drive early supplier engagement in New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs
Establish soft goods 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 Meta'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 Meta 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
Willingness to travel (10-15% of time) and open to work with different time zones
Manage supplier scorecards and SOW contracts
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management, business or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of sourcing experience
5+ years of managing Asia based suppliers in JDM model
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in soft goods processes, including familiarity with soft goods materials supply base
Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation and supply base management
Demonstrated experience in building bottom-up should cost models
Demonstrated experience in leading comprehensive negotiations with suppliers and managing executive level relationships
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual English and Mandarin
Experience navigating through ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple work threads to maximize impact
Experience communicating all levels of management
Public Compensation: $116,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits Industry:
Internet Equal Opportunity: Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
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Understand and communicate industry trends, competitive landscape, and Meta's relationship with suppliers, partners, and industry
Drive early supplier engagement in New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs
Establish soft goods 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 Meta'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 Meta 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
Willingness to travel (10-15% of time) and open to work with different time zones
Manage supplier scorecards and SOW contracts
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management, business or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of sourcing experience
5+ years of managing Asia based suppliers in JDM model
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in soft goods processes, including familiarity with soft goods materials supply base
Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation and supply base management
Demonstrated experience in building bottom-up should cost models
Demonstrated experience in leading comprehensive negotiations with suppliers and managing executive level relationships
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual English and Mandarin
Experience navigating through ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple work threads to maximize impact
Experience communicating all levels of management
Public Compensation: $116,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits Industry:
Internet Equal Opportunity: Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
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