Strategic Sourcing Manager, Autonomy & Robotics

DoorDash•Oakland, CA

2d•Remote

About The Position

DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash focused on exploring robotics and automation to transform last-mile logistics. This role involves commercializing autonomy and robotics in a service used by millions. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will source components and services in this field, requiring an analytical mindset, creativity, and vision to address current and future challenges for DoorDash Labs. This is a highly visible role where the manager will work hands-on with cross-functional teams to build sourcing strategies and drive commercial success. The role reports to the Director of Hardware and Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing on the Sourcing team in the Autonomy organization.

Requirements

7+ years of procurement experience in consumer electronics, automotive, robotics, autonomy, and or AI projects
MBA and/or JD with significant experience in writing and negotiating contract agreements with vendors in the consumer electronics, automotive, robotics, autonomy, and/or AI space
Strong communication and presentations skills to lead and organize efforts
Sharp attention to detail

Responsibilities

Source a wide breadth of commodities from fasteners to highly complex components and engineering and manufacturing services
Build sourcing strategies to manage total cost of ownership and foster a culture of vision and foresight to lay the foundation needed today for future success
Dive deep into issues, breakdown problems, and drive the team towards results
Create spreadsheet models to track supply and spend for effective supply chain management and budgeting and forecasts
Work hands-on and support a world-class team of engineers and business leaders