Supply Chain Program Manager
Core
Lead strategic Contract Manufacturer/Design and Manufacturing (CM/JDM) relationships to optimize delivery, quality, and cost while mitigating risks for Motive's hardware products.
Role type
Senior Supply Chain Program Manager (CM/JDM)
Builds
Hardware products for transportation, logistics, construction, energy, and other industries
Domain
Consumer electronics manufacturing and supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CM/JDM management, supplier contract negotiation, new product introduction (NPI) leadership, cost optimization, supply chain strategy, ERP system proficiency, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering, experience in consumer electronics industry, experience with second-source qualification
Technologies
ERP systems, Google Docs, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to optimize delivery, quality, and cost for key CM/JDM partners; Lead RFP negotiations and supplier selection for new product introductions; Manage supplier contracts, reviews, and escalations; Identify and execute cost reduction roadmaps; Ensure supplier capacity and material availability align with forecasts; Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on product specifications and testing.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC