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Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our team as a Manager of Custom Mechanicals Strategic Sourcing. As a people manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of Global Supply Managers (GSMs) across multiple locations, including Seattle, Sunnyvale, and China. The Manager of Custom Mechanical GSMs 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 the team driving supplier business management activities for custom mechanical categories. This person will work closely with Industrial Design, 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:

Manager, Custom Mechanicals Strategic Sourcing Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of Global Sourcing Managers in managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving cost savings initiatives

2. Develop and implement a mechanical sourcing strategy that ensures Reality Lab's product roadmaps and business requirements are met

3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Hardware Engineering, Technical Program Management, Finance, and Technical Operations, to ensure successful product launches

4. Drive early supplier engagement in New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs

5. Establish mechanical supplier selection criteria, evaluate suppliers, and manage the supplier selection process

6. Negotiate master agreements and Statements of Work (SOWs) with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms

7. Formulate contingency plans to de-risk technical challenges, long lead times, single source, and non-cancellable/non-returnable (NCNR) supply issues

8. Lead design and cost trade-off conversations during development stages to influence production design and manufacturing processes

9. Develop and implement supplier performance measurement systems and conduct periodic supplier business reviews

10. Influence the direction of suppliers' business investments and roadmaps to align with Meta's strategic goals for mechanical technology development

11. Lead total cost reduction programs to achieve the lowest possible total cost

12. Utilize should-cost models to inform negotiation strategies, identify cost reduction opportunities, and optimize supplier pricing

13. Enable the introduction of new enclosure designs, materials, and Color, Material, Finish (CMF) technologies to support product roadmap and targeted user experience

14. Build relationships with peers and stakeholders on organization-wide initiatives, obtaining alignment on objectives and articulating strategy

15. Proactively identify new opportunities outside of their functional area and lead cross-functional organizational initiatives to drive innovation and growth in mechanical categories

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

16. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or equivalent practical experience

17. 8+ years of sourcing experience, with at least 5 years of experience managing Asia-based suppliers in commodities

18. 3+ years of people management experience

19. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in mechanical processes, including familiarity with mechanical components supply base

20. Working knowledge in all or any of the following areas: plastic injection molding, compression molding, stamping, forging, CNC machining, die-casting, soft goods, and related manufacturing processes

21. Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation, and supply base management

22. Demonstrated experience in building bottom-up should-cost models and leading comprehensive negotiations with suppliers

23. Demonstrated leadership and management skills, with experience in managing high-performing teams

24. Superb communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build partnership with internal and external stakeholders

25. Willingness to travel (10-15% of time) and work with different time zones

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

26. MBA or Master of Mechanical Engineering

27. Experience with high volume, consumer electronics products

28. Experience with managing CMs, ODMs, OEMs

29. Sourcing experience in custom mechanical parts, assemblies, and modules

Public Compensation:

$144,000/year to $201,000/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 [email protected].