Hardware Category Manager Details

Hardware Category Manager

DoorDash - San Francisco, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Team
As a member of the Sourcing and Procurement team at DoorDash, this role provides a great opportunity to learn, grow and be challenged. Attributes that will help you succeed include strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
About the Role
As a Global Hardware Category Manager, you will execute and implement effective sourcing strategies for tablets, phones, IoT devices, personal computers, network and security equipment, autonomy hardware, autonomy sensors and robotic hardware from initial identification of needs through delivery.
If you have a passion for the personal gratification that comes from a career with a high-growth, high-impact company like DoorDash, we want to talk to you. We're looking for someone with at least 5 years of relevant experience and a take-charge personality.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you will… Demonstrate an understanding of business requirements and category strategy/ownership Collaborate with eng, finance, sourcing, security, legal and other cross functional stakeholders Manage new and existing supply base through sourcing, contracting, renewal cycles etc Demonstrate an understanding of hardware and cloud computing sourcing and budget impacts Execute category sourcing strategies, including: Develop and execute RFI's and RFP's Document bid events Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop selection criteria and drive supplier selection Conduct supplier negotiations Gain alignment from stakeholders Lead or follow cross-functional, category-based negotiation teams Implement appropriate supplier risk analysis Determine KPI measurements for hardware and cloud adoption, usage and sentiment, and deliver reporting to stakeholders across the organization. Monitor hardware and hardware accessories across the organization for optimal cost-effectiveness, including the elimination of application or department redundancy. Manage hardware life cycles including the creation of a refresh /renewal calendar; build a documented, collaborative evaluation and certification process; and develop action plans for upcoming refresh / renewal dates. Use influence to coach teams to independently evaluate with best practices and adopt a value-driven mindset when sourcing and procuring new hardware and accessories. Optimize purchasing agreements Develop an overall cost reduction plan, managing category performance versus corporate savings goals and financial models Implement supplier management programs including metrics, performance goals, and improvement initiatives: Maintain supplier score cards to measure performance against agreed-upon key performance indicators (KPI's) Benchmark, track, and analyze annual performance metrics and sourcing trends against commitments on a quarterly basis Report results to Sourcing team management and members of senior management Serve as internal point of contact for supplier management and complaint resolution Actively seek ways to streamline business processes, finding growth or change opportunities within the supply base Research and share industry category trends and best practices
We’re excited about you because… 2+ years of experience in contract development of hardware and hardware related accessories, IT and Security hardware, IoT hardware, autonomy hardware. 2+ years of experience working with ODM and OEM 5+ years experience in supplier management and negotiations 5+ years experience developing and executing strategies Experience collaborating with resources Direct to OEM experience Strong negotiation and influencing skills Experience managing projects and working with cross-functional teams Strong analytical skills including the ability to distill, synthesize, and draw conclusions from large amounts of data Demonstrated ability to manage projects requiring frequent communication, organization/time management and problem-solving skills Intermediate-level skill in Google Suite, Conga/Salesforce, Coupa, inventory management tools and the ability to learn and leverage various tools and systems A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Related Field or Business-plus-experience in category management; or 5+ years in a sourcing or supply chain management role with specific category management experience. Why You’ll Love Working at DoorDash We are leaders - Leadership is not limited to our management team. It’s something everyone at DoorDash embraces and embodies. We are doers - We believe the only way to predict the future is to build it. Creating solutions that will lead our company and our industry is what we do -- on every project, every day. We are learners - We’re not afraid to dig in and uncover the truth, even if it’s scary or inconvenient. Everyone here is continually learning on the job, no matter if we’ve been in a role for one year or one minute. We are customer-obsessed - Our mission is to grow and empower local economies. We are committed to our customers, merchants, and dashers and believe in connecting people with possibility. We are all DoorDash - The magic of DoorDash is our people, together making our inspiring goals attainable and driving us to greater heights. We offer great compensation packages and comprehensive health benefits. About DoorDash
DoorDash is a technology company that connects customers with their favorite local and national businesses in over 4,000 cities and all 50 states across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2013, DoorDash empowers merchants to grow their businesses by offering on-demand delivery, data-driven insights, and better in-store efficiency, providing delightful experiences from door to door. By building the last-mile delivery infrastructure for local cities, DoorDash is bringing communities closer, one doorstep at a time. Read more on the DoorDash blog or at www.doordash.com . Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.