Senior Manager, Category Management (Tier 2 & Tier 3)
SymboticSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Hardware, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in partnership development and/or purchasing in a hardware product environment. A Bachelor's degree is required, along with skills in strategic sourcing, financial and business opportunity analysis, and contract negotiation. Excellent communication skills are necessary to influence cross-functional stakeholders, and strong analytical skills are essential. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are also required, with bonus qualifications including a Master's, MBA, or PhD.
Responsibilities
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead procurement and partnership initiatives for vehicle direct materials and operations infrastructure. They will proactively engage with stakeholders to execute the medium-term business and technology roadmap, develop the supply chain and partnership footprint, and manage day-to-day processes for successful partnerships. Responsibilities also include designing supplier assessments, driving cost transparency, ensuring optimal contract coverage, and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.
Skills
Strategic Sourcing
Financial Analysis
Business Opportunity Analysis
Contract Negotiation
Legal Frameworks
Communication
Stakeholder Management
Analytical Skills
Microsoft Excel
Zoox
Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles
About Zoox
Zoox focuses on creating a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service designed specifically for urban transportation. Unlike other companies that modify existing vehicles for self-driving capabilities, Zoox has engineered its own vehicle from the ground up, optimizing it for safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort. The vehicle features advanced sensors, cameras, and AI systems that allow it to navigate complex city environments. It can carry up to four passengers in a spacious interior, ensuring a pleasant ride experience. Safety is paramount, with rigorous testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to meet high standards. Additionally, Zoox's vehicles are fully electric, promoting sustainability by reducing emissions. The company also develops a user-friendly ride-hailing platform that uses data analytics to improve routing and reduce wait times. Zoox aims to enhance urban mobility while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.
Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$1,206.2MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees