Manager, Procurement & Strategic Partnerships

The role

Lead a procurement team that manages sourcing, commercial execution and lifecycle of the chassis control portfolio, including suspension, braking and steering systems. Drive global supplier strategies, lead contract negotiations, and work with Engineering, Program, Quality and Finance to meet cost, quality and production milestones.

What you will do

• Build, scale and mentor a high-performing procurement team while following company policies and high professional ethics
• Lead end-to-end RFI, RFQ and RFP processes and develop long-term global sourcing strategies for chassis components
• Lead complex negotiations for master supply agreements and production statements of work to secure best-in-class pricing
• Partner with Engineering and Finance to build 3 to 5 year technology and costing roadmaps
• Ensure technical requirements meet Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and vehicle margin targets
• Map the supply chain and evaluate supplier performance
• Use data analysis to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure business continuity
• Maintain automotive PPAP standards

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of purchasing, procurement or commodity management experience in automotive chassis, vehicle dynamics or heavy industrial manufacturing
• Minimum 3+ years of direct experience managing, mentoring and leading a team of purchasing professionals
• Strong capabilities in organizing complex data, bid leveling and financial forecasting
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills to influence internal and cross-functional stakeholders

Nice to have

• Chassis product development, vehicle dynamics and advanced manufacturing process knowledge (forging, casting, machining, mechanical or electromechanical assembly)
• Comparable electromechanical experience will also be considered in place of automotive chassis experience

About the company

Zoox develops vehicle systems and chassis technology, with a focus on suspension, braking and steering. The company works on engineering and production programs that require close supplier and cross-functional coordination.