Shanghai, ChinaFull TimeMid-levelPosted Today
Meta is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead Audio sourcing strategy across our Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for Audio/Speakers as part of the wider Electromechanical Sourcing Team (which also includes Fans, Cables, Power Supplies and related sub-systems) while partnering with cross-functional engineering and product teams. You will drive supplier innovation, lead complex negotiations, champion cost reduction initiatives, and build executive-level relationships with tier-1 Audio suppliers globally. This position requires technical expertise in Audio/Speaker technologies and manufacturing processes, combined with strategic sourcing leadership to ensure Meta's products are powered by high-performance Audio solutions.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Audio/Speakers sub-systems, addressing current and future technical and commercial requirements across Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs
* Collaborate with Audio engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, product design, and supplier teams to optimize for Performance, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency for Audio/Speakers
* Integrate supplier input into the development process by conducting supplier technology roadmap reviews and trade-space evaluations specific to Audio/Speakers
* Drive strategic supply chain direction and innovation with product design and technology operations, focusing on next-generation Audio solutions
* Utilize expertise in Audio/Speakers manufacturing processes to assess supplier capabilities, resolve capacity constraints, and validate cost dependencies
* Apply analytical problem-solving to SPOR (Supplier Plan of Record) decisions and complex supply chain issues related to Audio sourcing, including multi-source strategies and Audio qualification trade-offs
* Lead negotiations for purchase agreements, NRE, capacity reservation, and long-term supply contracts to secure optimal terms and ensure supplier accountability for program deliverables across the Audio/Speakers Supply Base
* Champion cost reduction programs utilizing should-cost models and data analytics tailored to Audio/Speakers manufacturing
* Create and implement contingency plans for scalability challenges, lead times, single-source dependencies, raw material volatility, and geopolitical risks in the Audio supply chain
* Initiate and execute capacity planning, supplier resourcing, and mass production plans for new products across all lifecycle phases (NPI, MP, sustaining, EOL), with a focus on Audio/Speakers
* Develop systems for measuring supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, technology, responsiveness) and conduct regular business reviews with Audio/Speakers suppliers
* Build executive-level relationships with Audio/Speaker Suppliers, align on objectives, and articulate a strategic vision to foster growth and innovation in the Audio domain
* Mentor and provide technical/commercial guidance to GSMs across the Audio and Electro-Mechanical Areas
* Flexibility to travel within APAC to supplier sites — and work across time zones to support Audio/Speakers Suppliers
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in materials science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management, business, or equivalent practical experience
* 10+ years of sourcing experience in fast-paced consumer electronics, automotive, or equivalent industry, with direct exposure to Audio/Speakers
* Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation, and supply base management for Audio/Speakers or comparable high-complexity commodities
* Experience with cost drivers and experience building bottoms-up or should-cost models for Audio/Speakers (including raw material, bill-of-process, and capex amortization)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to run supply modeling and analysis Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
* MBA or Master of Engineering
* Experience leading or mentoring sourcing teams or cross-functional commodity pods
* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
* Experience ramping high-volume consumer electronics or wearable products with Audio content
* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
* Established relationships with tier-1 Audio suppliers
* Experience working with CMs, ODMs, OEMs, and pack houses in the Audio domain
Responsibilities
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Audio/Speakers sub-systems, addressing current and future technical and commercial requirements across Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs
* Collaborate with Audio engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, product design, and supplier teams to optimize for Performance, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency for Audio/Speakers
* Integrate supplier input into the development process by conducting supplier technology roadmap reviews and trade-space evaluations specific to Audio/Speakers
* Drive strategic supply chain direction and innovation with product design and technology operations, focusing on next-generation Audio solutions
* Utilize expertise in Audio/Speakers manufacturing processes to assess supplier capabilities, resolve capacity constraints, and validate cost dependencies
* Apply analytical problem-solving to SPOR (Supplier Plan of Record) decisions and complex supply chain issues related to Audio sourcing, including multi-source strategies and Audio qualification trade-offs
* Lead negotiations for purchase agreements, NRE, capacity reservation, and long-term supply contracts to secure optimal terms and ensure supplier accountability for program deliverables across the Audio/Speakers Supply Base
* Champion cost reduction programs utilizing should-cost models and data analytics tailored to Audio/Speakers manufacturing
* Create and implement contingency plans for scalability challenges, lead times, single-source dependencies, raw material volatility, and geopolitical risks in the Audio supply chain
* Initiate and execute capacity planning, supplier resourcing, and mass production plans for new products across all lifecycle phases (NPI, MP, sustaining, EOL), with a focus on Audio/Speakers
* Develop systems for measuring supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, technology, responsiveness) and conduct regular business reviews with Audio/Speakers suppliers
* Build executive-level relationships with Audio/Speaker Suppliers, align on objectives, and articulate a strategic vision to foster growth and innovation in the Audio domain
* Mentor and provide technical/commercial guidance to GSMs across the Audio and Electro-Mechanical Areas
* Flexibility to travel within APAC to supplier sites — and work across time zones to support Audio/Speakers Suppliers
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in materials science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management, business, or equivalent practical experience
* 10+ years of sourcing experience in fast-paced consumer electronics, automotive, or equivalent industry, with direct exposure to Audio/Speakers
* Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation, and supply base management for Audio/Speakers or comparable high-complexity commodities
* Experience with cost drivers and experience building bottoms-up or should-cost models for Audio/Speakers (including raw material, bill-of-process, and capex amortization)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to run supply modeling and analysis Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
* MBA or Master of Engineering
* Experience leading or mentoring sourcing teams or cross-functional commodity pods
* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
* Experience ramping high-volume consumer electronics or wearable products with Audio content
* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
* Established relationships with tier-1 Audio suppliers
* Experience working with CMs, ODMs, OEMs, and pack houses in the Audio domain