Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Contract Manufacturing

Symbotic

. Lead Symbotic's contract manufacturing strategy, including selection, negotiation, onboarding, and ongoing management of global manufacturing partners .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $147,000 - $215,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and supply chain management for complex electromechanical products, with a strong focus on contract negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier performance management. Proven ability to lead teams and drive results in high-growth environments while effectively communicating with executive leadership.

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Strategic SourcingContract NegotiationSupply Chain ManagementElectromechanical SystemsPeople Management

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Hard Skills

Sourcing StrategiesCost Reduction InitiativesValue EngineeringShould-Cost AnalysisManufacturing Service AgreementsPerformance Management ScorecardsRisk AssessmentProduct Launch SupportCapacity ManagementInventory Optimization

Soft Skills

Influencing StakeholdersEffective CommunicationLeadershipMentoringTeam Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain ManagementMaster’s Degree or MBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

RoboticsAutomationIndustrial EquipmentElectronicsComplex HardwareContract ManufacturersEMS ProvidersMechanical AssemblyCustom Manufactured ComponentsGlobal Production Ramp-Up

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Symbotic's contract manufacturing strategy, including selection, negotiation, onboarding, and ongoing management of global manufacturing partners
Own commercial relationships with key contract manufacturers and assembly suppliers, driving cost, quality, delivery, and capacity performance
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for complex electromechanical products with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing teams
Negotiate long-term supply agreements, manufacturing service agreements, pricing, tooling, inventory, and capacity commitments
Drive annual cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, should-cost analysis, productivity programs, and supply base optimization
Support new product introduction and production ramp activities
Lead executive-level supplier business reviews and establish performance management scorecards and corrective action processes
Assess and mitigate supply chain risks related to capacity, geographic concentration, financial stability, and component availability
Partner with commodity sourcing teams across mechanical, electronics, motors, batteries, and other key categories to optimize total system cost
Develop manufacturing footprint strategies for growth, scalability, resiliency, and customer requirements
Manage significant annual spend and contribute to long-range supply chain, inventory, and working capital strategies
Build and mentor a high-performing sourcing organization as the business scales

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
Master’s degree or MBA is highly preferred
Minimum 8–10 years of strategic sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing, or procurement experience in robotics, automation, industrial equipment, electronics, or other complex hardware industries
Minimum 3 years of people management experience leading and growing teams
Deep experience managing contract manufacturers or similar EMS/mechanical assembly providers
Proven track record negotiating complex commercial agreements and delivering measurable cost reductions
Experience supporting product launches, manufacturing transfers, and global production ramp-ups
Strong understanding of electromechanical systems, including mechanical assemblies, motors, electronics, batteries, and custom manufactured components
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and effectively communicate with executive leadership and strategic suppliers
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and driving results in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Up to 20% travel may be required
Valid driver's license and ability to drive and/or fly to client locations and company HQ

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
401K
PTO
Business travel expenses reimbursed according to program guidelines
Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements