Strategic Sourcing Manager / Contract Manufacturing Manager

Intelliswift - An LTTS Company; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Intelliswift - An LTTS Company is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager / Contract Manufacturing Manager in Sunnyvale, CA to support the development and launch of next-generation consumer hardware products.

The role partners with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Quality, and Finance to drive supplier strategy, contract manufacturing operations, sourcing decisions, and cost optimization throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Contract Manufacturing, or Supplier Management.
• 3+ years of experience managing contract manufacturers and/or Tier-1 suppliers.
• Experience working with suppliers across Asia.
• Strong commercial negotiation experience including supplier agreements and SOWs.
• Experience supporting NPI (New Product Introduction) programs.
• Knowledge of cost modeling, cost analysis, and supplier performance management.
• Strong program management and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance teams.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier engagement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from concept through mass production.
• Develop sourcing strategies and lead supplier selection, evaluation, qualification, and management processes.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to influence design, manufacturing, and supply chain decisions.
• Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, Statements of Work (SOWs), supply agreements, warranties, delivery commitments, and service terms.
• Conduct cost analysis and should-cost modeling to identify savings opportunities and optimize supplier performance.
• Drive total cost reduction initiatives across product, logistics, inventory, and quality-related costs.
• Establish and maintain supplier scorecards, KPIs, and business review processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve manufacturing processes, supply continuity, and operational efficiency.
• Build strategic relationships with suppliers and influence supplier roadmaps to support future technology and manufacturing needs.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment while navigating ambiguity and changing business requirements.
• Coordinate program activities, track deliverables, and ensure alignment across internal and external stakeholders.

Job description

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager / Contract Manufacturing Manager

Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite)

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Years of Experience: 3-5+

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager / Contract Manufacturing Manager to support the development and launch of next-generation consumer hardware products. This role will partner closely with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Quality, and Finance teams to drive supplier strategy, contract manufacturing operations, sourcing decisions, and cost optimization initiatives throughout the product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in contract manufacturing, supplier management, strategic sourcing, and new product introduction within fast-paced hardware or consumer electronics environments.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Contract Manufacturing, or Supplier Management.
• 3+ years of experience managing contract manufacturers and/or Tier-1 suppliers.
• Experience working with suppliers across Asia.
• Strong commercial negotiation experience including supplier agreements and SOWs.
• Experience supporting NPI (New Product Introduction) programs.
• Knowledge of cost modeling, cost analysis, and supplier performance management.
• Strong program management and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance teams.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within consumer electronics, hardware products, advanced manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience supporting global supply chains and international manufacturing operations.
• PMP Certification.
• Experience working with manufacturing ecosystems in India.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled manufacturing, supply chain, or sourcing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier engagement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from concept through mass production.
• Develop sourcing strategies and lead supplier selection, evaluation, qualification, and management processes.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to influence design, manufacturing, and supply chain decisions.
• Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, Statements of Work (SOWs), supply agreements, warranties, delivery commitments, and service terms.
• Conduct cost analysis and should-cost modeling to identify savings opportunities and optimize supplier performance.
• Drive total cost reduction initiatives across product, logistics, inventory, and quality-related costs.
• Establish and maintain supplier scorecards, KPIs, and business review processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve manufacturing processes, supply continuity, and operational efficiency.
• Build strategic relationships with suppliers and influence supplier roadmaps to support future technology and manufacturing needs.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment while navigating ambiguity and changing business requirements.
• Coordinate program activities, track deliverables, and ensure alignment across internal and external stakeholders.