Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
Core
Lead strategic sourcing and industry partnerships for vehicle direct materials and operations infrastructure to support autonomous vehicle development and ride-hailing services.
Role type
Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager (Direct Procurement)
Builds
Vehicle direct materials (interiors, structural components, advanced hardware) and operations infrastructure (EV charging, vehicle maintenance, capital equipment)
Domain
Automotive / Autonomous Vehicles / Hardware Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, cost modeling, supplier relationship management, market research, financial analysis, legal framework knowledge, cross-functional stakeholder management, Excel proficiency
Preferred skills
BOM cost optimization, electrical component sourcing, pricing trend analysis, low-cost alternative identification
Technologies
Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Lead procurement and partnership initiatives for vehicle materials and operations infrastructure; Engage with stakeholders to execute medium-term business and technology roadmaps; Develop supply chain and partnership footprint with a long-term strategic view; Manage day-to-day partnership processes including milestone adherence, change orders, and quality assurance; Conduct supplier, industry, and market research; Drive cost transparency and build total cost of ownership models; Ensure optimal contract coverage; Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers; Review and finalize quote packages; Identify sourcing alternatives to drive efficiencies via benchmarking and competitive quotes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
