Contract Manufacturing Manager (CM Manager)

Overview:

Motive is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Contract Manufacturing Manager (CM Manager) to lead the strategic CM/JDM relationship. The CM Manager will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery, optimizing costs, mitigating risks, and being a key contributor to the overall supply chain strategy. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of success in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of ownership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive significant impact.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic CM/JDM Management
• Demonstrate deep and/or broad expertise in supply chain management, acting as a subject matter expert in the CM/JDM management.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to optimize delivery, quality, and cost while mitigating potential risks, for key CM/JDM partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CM/JDM partners at both the working and executive levels.
• Manage supplier contracts, including periodic reviews and renegotiations to ensure favorable terms for Motive.
• Conduct regular business reviews (QBRs) with suppliers, including quarterly metrics reviews and bi-annual strategic alignment meetings.
• Manage and resolve supplier-related issues and escalations effectively and timely.
• Hold suppliers accountable for contractual agreements and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure long-term strategic alignment in both products and technologies.
• New Product Introduction (NPI):
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to enable NPI projects from concept to EOL.
• Lead the RFP negotiation and facilitate a cross-functional, >Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is one of Motive's core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

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