Cisco · 7 hours ago
Partner Sourcing Manager
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$144K/yr - $182K/yr
8+ years expCisco is a leading technology company focused on revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations. The Partner Sourcing Manager will optimize Cisco's supply chain by developing strategic relationships with key manufacturing partners and driving cost optimization initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Act as a key business partner to Global Manufacturing Operations (GMO), Product Operations, and various Business Units, driving sourcing strategy and new business awards
Develop, nurture, and manage strategic relationships with our EMS, OEM, and ODM partners, ensuring tight-knit collaboration and performance alignment
Deliver comprehensive supply chain partner solutions for both new and sustaining Cisco Product Segments, ensuring alignment with technology, product, and supply chain roadmaps
Drive continuous improvement of our overall Sourcing Strategy, ensuring Cisco remains at the forefront of supply chain solutions in the industry
Build and nurture positive relationships with leadership teams across multiple functions, including Business Unit, Product Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Operations, and Global Supply Management (GSM)
Demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration skills, developing timely solutions to complex supply chain challenges in high-pressure environments to resolve critical business problems
Develop and execute robust sourcing strategies, cultivate strong partner relationships, and drive the most beneficial solutions for Cisco
Lead complex negotiations with partners, focusing on cost reduction, contract terms, and performance metrics. Leverage data-driven insights from 'Should Cost' models and market intelligence to achieve optimal pricing and value
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within Sourcing processes and strategy, including dual sourcing of platforms and PIDs, product specification change management, and re-evaluation of product moves sourcing processes
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in sourcing, commodity management, partner management, and supply chain management
Bachelor's Degree required
Strong foundational knowledge of sourcing practices and advanced negotiation strategies, with a consistent track record in cost negotiation
Validated knowledge of the EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), and ODM (Original Design Manufacturer) supply base industry
Understanding of supply chain management requirements across all phases of the product development and manufacturing process cycle
Excellent communication skills (presentation, written, verbal) capable of articulating both technical and non-technical issues effectively
Demonstrated ability to proactively leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to accelerate sourcing processes and achieve operational scalability
Preferred
Master's Degree preferred
Equally adept at influencing engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) teams, as well as senior management
Capable of influencing internal decision-makers and external partners to align with strategies and objectives that benefit the entire organization
Effective team-building skills, fostering collaboration between different functional areas
Significant and diverse management experience preferred
Ability to develop collaborative solutions leveraging both business acumen and technical expertise
Demonstrated record of sound decision-making on complex programs, effective conflict resolution, maintaining deadlines, and exhibiting leadership across organizations
Proven team leadership and people development skills are highly desirable
Knowledge of Cisco product and solutions platforms (e.g., access, IP NGN, video, switching, routing, and system architecture) along with their current and future technology requirements is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1990-02-13IPO
Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
Chief Technology Officer - Cisco System Australia/New Zealand
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