Manager, Procurement & Strategic Partnerships - Chassis
Core
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing, commercial execution, and lifecycle management for Zoox's chassis control portfolio (suspension, braking, steering).
Role type
Manager, Procurement & Strategic Partnerships
Builds
Chassis components (suspension, braking, steering) for autonomous vehicles
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Vehicle dynamics
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (via supplier contracts)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, team leadership, supply chain risk management, financial forecasting, cross-functional alignment
Preferred skills
Automotive chassis experience, vehicle dynamics knowledge, advanced manufacturing processes (forging, casting, machining), data analytics
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets
Responsibilities
Build and mentor a high-performing procurement team; lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and develop global sourcing strategies; negotiate master supply agreements and production statements of work; partner with Engineering and Finance on technology and costing roadmaps; map supply chain and evaluate supplier performance to mitigate risks.
