Sourcing Manager

Sourcing Manager II Location: On-site in Sunnyvale, CA Duration: 12 month contract (W2 - benefits eligible)   The Strategic Sourcing Manager will develop, drive and execute to the product category. 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 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. CM Ops Manager Responsibilities, 80% of the role:

- Drive early supplier engagement in New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) program
- Establish 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 the 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 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
- Manage supplier scorecards and SOW contracts

Program Manager Responsibilities, 20% of the role:

- PMP certification would be a plus
- Coordinate the CMM Ops team keeping us all on track for standard structure (i.e. Off-Site Action Follow-up, Supplier Briefs, Approval Outlook Dates, Upcoming Events, etc.)

Must-Have Skills:

- 3-5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, sourcing, or contract manufacturing management
- 3+ years of direct experience with contract manufacturing, including managing Asia-based suppliers Progressive experience and thorough knowledge of supply chain, sourcing, and contract manufacturing management
- Direct experience with Tier 1 manufacturers, including managing Asia-based suppliers
- Experience with consumer electronics, innovative manufacturing processes and mechanical technology development
- Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs
- Strong negotiation skills (master agreements, SOW, pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, service terms)
- Ability to lead design and cost trade-off conversations during development
- Experience developing and implementing supplier performance measurement systems
- Experience with supplier selection, evaluation, and management
- Experience with cost reduction programs and should-cost modeling
- Experience managing supplier scorecards and SOW contracts
- Strong program management skills (coordinating teams, tracking actions, managing events and approvals)
- Experience operating in dynamic, high-volume, consumer electronics or similar environments
- Strong leadership and cross-functional teamwork skills
- Ability to communicate and influence at all levels of management
- Experience collaborating with hardware engineering, technical program management, finance, and technical operations
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and prioritize multiple work streams

Nice-to-Have Skills:

- Fluent in Mandarin
- Experience working with supply chains in India, fluent in Hindi or other Indian languages
- PMP certification

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Sunnyvale, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Sunnyvale, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sunnyvale,CA. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
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