Global Supply Manager (GSM), Optics

Meta•Sunnyvale, CA

2d•$199,000 - $272,000

About The Position

Meta's Reality Labs is at the forefront of building the next computing platform through augmented and virtual reality. The Optics team plays a critical role in enabling immersive visual experiences by developing and sourcing cutting-edge optical components. We are seeking an experienced Global Supply Manager (GSM) to lead sourcing and supply chain strategy for optical film components — including D-film (Diffuser Film) and L-film (Lens Film) — used in AR/VR display and optics modules. This role requires a deep technical understanding of optical film technologies, strong commercial acumen in cost and supply negotiation, and the ability to drive alignment across cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class optics at scale.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Optical, Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, or related field), Supply Chain Management, or Business
8+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or procurement, preferably in consumer electronics, optics, or display technologies
Demonstrated track record of complex commercial negotiations in delivering significant cost savings
Experience managing optical or display component suppliers, with understanding of film, coating, or precision optics manufacturing
Analytical skills with proficiency in should-cost modeling, TCO analysis, and data-driven decision making
Proven ability to build and manage relationships across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, matrixed organization
Experience with supplier qualification processes, quality systems (ISO, IATF), and production ramp-up management

Nice To Haves

Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
Experience with one or more: Film (L/D film), LCD/OLED display, yield/capacity ramp planning
Prior experience operating in a hyperscale or large platform environment with complex stakeholder sets
Understanding of supply chain risk management in semiconductors (multi-tier, geopolitical, and allocation) environments
Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

Responsibilities

Develop and execute multi-year commodity strategies, including supplier selection, qualification, and lifecycle management.
Drive competitive cost structures through strategic negotiations, should-cost modeling, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis.
Establish and manage long-term supply agreements (LTAs) and contracts that balance cost, quality, capacity, and risk.
Build and maintain a resilient supply base with dual/multi-source strategies to mitigate single-point-of-failure risks.
Lead commercial negotiations with optical film suppliers to achieve aggressive cost targets aligned with product cost goals.
Develop detailed should-cost models for D-film, L-film, and emerging optical film technologies to support fact-based negotiation.
Drive year-over-year cost reduction programs through design-for-cost collaboration, process optimization, and volume leverage.
Negotiate capacity commitments, lead time improvements, and flexible supply arrangements to support dynamic demand.
Manage NRE (Non-Recurring Engineering) costs and tooling investments for new film development and qualification.
Develop deep domain expertise in optical film technologies, including but not limited to: D-film (Diffuser Film) and L-film (Lens Film).
Stay current on optical film industry trends, emerging materials, advanced coating technologies, and next-generation manufacturing processes.
Partner with optics engineering teams to translate technical requirements into supplier specifications and qualification criteria.
Evaluate supplier technical capabilities, including precision coating, film lamination, micro-replication, and roll-to-roll manufacturing.
Support new technology introduction (NTI) by assessing supplier readiness and driving development timelines.
Serve as the primary supply chain interface between optics engineering, product design, quality, operations, and finance teams.
Partner closely with Optics Engineering to align sourcing decisions with optical performance requirements and design roadmaps.
Collaborate with Product Design / Mechanical Engineering on design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-supply-chain (DFSC) initiatives.
Work with Quality Engineering to establish incoming quality standards, SPC (Statistical Process Control) frameworks, and supplier quality improvement programs.
Coordinate with Operations / NPI (New Product Introduction) teams to ensure a seamless ramp readiness and production continuity.
Engage with Finance / FP&A on cost forecasting, budget management, and cost variance analysis.
Align with Program Management on milestone tracking, risk escalation, and executive reporting.
Support Sustainability / Responsible Sourcing initiatives across the optical film supply chain base.
Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical, capacity, quality, and single-source risks.
Develop and maintain business continuity plans (BCPs) for critical optical film components.
Monitor suppliers' financial health and operational stability through regular business reviews and audits.
Drive supplier diversification and regional strategy to reduce concentration risk.