Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager - Optics/Electronics
Carbon is commercializing fundamental advances in 3D printing materials and hardware.
The result:
Faster printing, diverse material properties, and a game-changing customer experience.
Our product is the intersection of hardware, software, and molecular science.
Our mission is simple:
to change how products are produced and allow our customers to make the un-makeable.
From high-volume shoe midsoles, patient-specific medical devices, to on-demand spare part production, we enable creation in ways that were previously impossible.
We are a team of passionate entrepreneurs, engineers, programmers, and materials scientists who value creativity and the ability to get things done.
Carbon operates in a complex business environment that includes a global customer and vendor base, a product portfolio across software, chemicals, hardware, and accessories, and the ambition to scale new technology in mass production and manufacturing.
To support our growth strategy, we are looking to hire a Strategic Sourcing Manager.
This role will report to Carbon's Director of Strategic Sourcing.
You will Responsible for developing and executing short and long-term sourcing strategies to mitigate single and sole source risks to supply continuity, quality and cost for Optics, Opto-Mechanical, PCBA and other Electrical commodities.
Working closely with our manufacturing partners, identify and implement cost reduction strategies beyond the Tier I level in order to drive profitable volume growth.
Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships at the executive level, including holding regular business reviews.
Lead NPI engagement from the sourcing organization with the Carbon Engineering and Product teams.
Drive process improvement and efficiency across operations, including scenario planning for product and inventory strategies.
Negotiate various agreements as needed with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
Formulate contingency plans to de-risk technical challenges, long lead time, single source, and any supply issue.
Lead the day-to-day process of ensuring successful partnerships (milestone adherence, change order management, quality assurance, cost control, etc.
) and build supplier performance assessments to support future sourcing decisions.
Ensure optimal contract coverage in partnership with engineering and legal support.
Challenge suppliers and the internal development team to identify and implement innovative designs, value-add specification changes, concepts, and materials.
Proactively engage with engineering and finance stakeholders to refine and execute on the Carbon's business and technology roadmap.
You have BS/MS in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
APICS Certification, CPIM valued.
Minimum 8 years of work experience in strategic sourcing or a related field.
Strong analytical, negotiation, contracting, communication (verbal & written), influence and leadership skills.
Proven skills to develop and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies.
Ability to think strategically (business processes, industry dynamics, short & long-term impacts, supplier capabilities and manufacturing practices, general market conditions, etc.
) Ability to perform financial analysis (i.
e.
, supplier capital projects, ROI, NPV, financial status, make vs.
buy, lease vs.
buy, etc.
) Ability to work with various levels (CEO to customer service) of supplier and internal customer management.
Proficiency working with spreadsheets, data analytics, along with the ability to communicate results both verbally and in writing.
Be self-directed, organized, and able to manage multiple projects at a time.
The ideal candidate should exhibit propensity for problem solving skills and business acumen in a highly dynamic entrepreneurial environment.
Must have the unrestricted right to work in the US without requiring sponsorship.
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position.
Here at Carbon, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
At Carbon, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation.
The pay range for this position is $124,000 - $186,000.
Your actual salary will be based on your experience, work location, certifications and the unique skills you bring to the role.
If you are not based in our Redwood City office, the range above will be adjusted for the geographical differential associated with your actual work location.
Carbon also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs.
For more information on how we modify your pay based on your location, please refer to our geographic differentials chart.
For details on our total rewards package, visit https:
//www.
carbon3d.
com/about/life-at-carbon.
/>By clicking the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button and submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the complete Privacy Notice for Employees, Independent Contractors and Job Applicants, which explains the categories of personal information we collect about you, the purposes for which the categories of personal information shall be used and your rights with respect to our use of such personal Information.
Recommended Skills Analytical Assessments Business Process Improvement Business Processes Chemistry Commercial Awareness Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The result:
Faster printing, diverse material properties, and a game-changing customer experience.
Our product is the intersection of hardware, software, and molecular science.
Our mission is simple:
to change how products are produced and allow our customers to make the un-makeable.
From high-volume shoe midsoles, patient-specific medical devices, to on-demand spare part production, we enable creation in ways that were previously impossible.
We are a team of passionate entrepreneurs, engineers, programmers, and materials scientists who value creativity and the ability to get things done.
Carbon operates in a complex business environment that includes a global customer and vendor base, a product portfolio across software, chemicals, hardware, and accessories, and the ambition to scale new technology in mass production and manufacturing.
To support our growth strategy, we are looking to hire a Strategic Sourcing Manager.
This role will report to Carbon's Director of Strategic Sourcing.
You will Responsible for developing and executing short and long-term sourcing strategies to mitigate single and sole source risks to supply continuity, quality and cost for Optics, Opto-Mechanical, PCBA and other Electrical commodities.
Working closely with our manufacturing partners, identify and implement cost reduction strategies beyond the Tier I level in order to drive profitable volume growth.
Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships at the executive level, including holding regular business reviews.
Lead NPI engagement from the sourcing organization with the Carbon Engineering and Product teams.
Drive process improvement and efficiency across operations, including scenario planning for product and inventory strategies.
Negotiate various agreements as needed with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
Formulate contingency plans to de-risk technical challenges, long lead time, single source, and any supply issue.
Lead the day-to-day process of ensuring successful partnerships (milestone adherence, change order management, quality assurance, cost control, etc.
) and build supplier performance assessments to support future sourcing decisions.
Ensure optimal contract coverage in partnership with engineering and legal support.
Challenge suppliers and the internal development team to identify and implement innovative designs, value-add specification changes, concepts, and materials.
Proactively engage with engineering and finance stakeholders to refine and execute on the Carbon's business and technology roadmap.
You have BS/MS in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
APICS Certification, CPIM valued.
Minimum 8 years of work experience in strategic sourcing or a related field.
Strong analytical, negotiation, contracting, communication (verbal & written), influence and leadership skills.
Proven skills to develop and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies.
Ability to think strategically (business processes, industry dynamics, short & long-term impacts, supplier capabilities and manufacturing practices, general market conditions, etc.
) Ability to perform financial analysis (i.
e.
, supplier capital projects, ROI, NPV, financial status, make vs.
buy, lease vs.
buy, etc.
) Ability to work with various levels (CEO to customer service) of supplier and internal customer management.
Proficiency working with spreadsheets, data analytics, along with the ability to communicate results both verbally and in writing.
Be self-directed, organized, and able to manage multiple projects at a time.
The ideal candidate should exhibit propensity for problem solving skills and business acumen in a highly dynamic entrepreneurial environment.
Must have the unrestricted right to work in the US without requiring sponsorship.
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position.
Here at Carbon, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
At Carbon, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation.
The pay range for this position is $124,000 - $186,000.
Your actual salary will be based on your experience, work location, certifications and the unique skills you bring to the role.
If you are not based in our Redwood City office, the range above will be adjusted for the geographical differential associated with your actual work location.
Carbon also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs.
For more information on how we modify your pay based on your location, please refer to our geographic differentials chart.
For details on our total rewards package, visit https:
//www.
carbon3d.
com/about/life-at-carbon.
/>By clicking the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button and submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the complete Privacy Notice for Employees, Independent Contractors and Job Applicants, which explains the categories of personal information we collect about you, the purposes for which the categories of personal information shall be used and your rights with respect to our use of such personal Information.
Recommended Skills Analytical Assessments Business Process Improvement Business Processes Chemistry Commercial Awareness Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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