Strategic Partner Manager – Electronics Manufacturing

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced executive to manage a Cisco EMS Manufacturing Partner relationship and optimize commercial outcomes. You will lead cross-functional collaboration, drive cost and performance improvements, and oversee risk and financial planning.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in electronics manufacturing, strong contract knowledge, and a proven ability to influence without direct authority. MBA preferred; strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain.
• Understanding of cost drivers in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with contracts and commercial terms.
• Ability to collaborate and develop creative solutions to sophisticated problems.
• Bachelor’s Degree or MBA preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a focus on execution.
• Experience influencing teams without direct reporting authority.
• Ability to explain complicated information and lay out pros and cons of alternatives.
• Proven project management and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate commercial aspects of the relationship with a Cisco EMS Manufacturing Partner.
• Act as a general manager for all engagements and touch points between Cisco and the EMS Partner.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to influence decisions and resolve issues.
• Partner cross-functionally across regions, functions and product lines to optimize cost and performance.
• Manage commercial claims.
• Participate in annual and quarterly financial planning.
• Report on performance to plan.
• Perform risk and opportunity analyses.
• Provide SME guidance and mentorship to Cisco and the Manufacturing Partner.

Skills

Electronics experience

Supply chain management

Contract negotiation

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

Tools

Cost analysis

Financial planning

Risk analysis

Performance reporting

Commercial claims management

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced executive to manage a Cisco EMS Manufacturing Partner relationship and optimize commercial outcomes. You will lead cross-functional collaboration, drive cost and performance improvements, and oversee risk and financial planning.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in electronics manufacturing, strong contract knowledge, and a proven ability to influence without direct authority. MBA preferred; strong analytical and communication skills are essential.