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Meta is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead battery sourcing strategy across our Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for battery cells, packs, BMS/BMU, and related sub-systems while partnering with cross-functional engineering and product teams. You will drive supplier innovation, lead complex negotiations, champion cost reduction initiatives, and build executive-level relationships with tier-1 cell suppliers globally. This position requires technical expertise in lithium-ion battery technologies and manufacturing processes, combined with strategic sourcing leadership to ensure Meta's products are powered by high-performance battery solutions.
Strategic Sourcing Manager - Batteries Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for battery cells, packs, BMU/uBMU, and related battery sub-systems, addressing current and future technical and commercial requirements across Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs
- Collaborate with battery engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, product design, and supplier teams to optimize energy density, cycle life, safety, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency for battery assemblies
- Integrate supplier input into the development process by conducting supplier technology roadmap reviews and trade-space evaluations specific to cell chemistry (e.g., Si anode roadmaps), pack architecture, and BMS/BMU technologies
- Drive strategic supply chain direction and innovation with product design and technology operations, focusing on next-generation battery materials, cell formats, and pack integration
- Utilize expertise in battery manufacturing processes (e.g., electrode coating, calendering, winding/stacking, electrolyte filling, formation, aging, pack assembly, welding, BMS integration, safety testing) to assess supplier capabilities, resolve capacity constraints, and validate cost dependencies
- Apply analytical problem-solving to SPOR (Supplier Plan of Record) decisions and complex supply chain issues related to battery sourcing, including multi-source strategies and cell qualification trade-offs
- Lead negotiations for purchase agreements, NRE, capacity reservation, and long-term supply contracts to secure optimal terms and ensure supplier accountability for program deliverables across the battery supply base
- Champion cost reduction programs utilizing should-cost models, raw material indexing (Li, Co, Ni, graphite), and data analytics tailored to cell and pack manufacturing
- Create and implement contingency plans for scalability challenges, lead times, single-source dependencies, raw material volatility, and geopolitical risks in the battery supply chain
- Initiate and execute capacity planning, supplier resourcing, and mass production plans for new products across all lifecycle phases (NPI, MP, sustaining, EOL), with a focus on battery cells and packs
- Develop systems for measuring supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, technology, responsiveness) and conduct regular business reviews with battery cell and pack suppliers
- Build executive-level relationships with cell suppliers, align on objectives, and articulate a strategic vision to foster growth and innovation in the battery domain
- Mentor and provide technical/commercial guidance to GSMs across the battery commodity team
- Travel (20%-30%) internationally — primarily to APAC supplier sites — and work across time zones to support global battery supply chain activities
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, materials science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management, business, or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years of sourcing experience in fast-paced consumer electronics, automotive, or equivalent industry, with direct exposure to battery cell and/or pack sourcing
- Working knowledge in all or any of the following areas: lithium-ion cell chemistry and design, electrode manufacturing, cell assembly and formation, pack/module integration, BMS/BMU, safety standards (UN38.3, UL, IEC), and related battery manufacturing processes
- Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation, and supply base management for batteries or comparable high-complexity commodities
- Experience with cost drivers and experience building bottoms-up or should-cost models for battery cells and packs (including raw material, bill-of-process, and capex amortization)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to run supply modeling and analysis
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
- Experience ramping high-volume consumer electronics or wearable products with battery content
- Established relationships with tier-1 battery cell suppliers
- Experience working with CMs, ODMs, OEMs, and pack houses in the battery domain
- Experience leading or mentoring sourcing teams or cross-functional commodity pods
- MBA or Master of Engineering
ABOUT META:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $199,000/year to $272,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
INTRODUCTION
Meta is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead battery sourcing strategy across our Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for battery cells, packs, BMS/BMU, and related sub-systems while partnering with cross-functional engineering and product teams. You will drive supplier innovation, lead complex negotiations, champion cost reduction initiatives, and build executive-level relationships with tier-1 cell suppliers globally. This position requires technical expertise in lithium-ion battery technologies and manufacturing processes, combined with strategic sourcing leadership to ensure Meta's products are powered by high-performance battery solutions.
Strategic Sourcing Manager - Batteries Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for battery cells, packs, BMU/uBMU, and related battery sub-systems, addressing current and future technical and commercial requirements across Metaverse, Wearables, and emerging device programs
- Collaborate with battery engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, product design, and supplier teams to optimize energy density, cycle life, safety, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency for battery assemblies
- Integrate supplier input into the development process by conducting supplier technology roadmap reviews and trade-space evaluations specific to cell chemistry (e.g., Si anode roadmaps), pack architecture, and BMS/BMU technologies
- Drive strategic supply chain direction and innovation with product design and technology operations, focusing on next-generation battery materials, cell formats, and pack integration
- Utilize expertise in battery manufacturing processes (e.g., electrode coating, calendering, winding/stacking, electrolyte filling, formation, aging, pack assembly, welding, BMS integration, safety testing) to assess supplier capabilities, resolve capacity constraints, and validate cost dependencies
- Apply analytical problem-solving to SPOR (Supplier Plan of Record) decisions and complex supply chain issues related to battery sourcing, including multi-source strategies and cell qualification trade-offs
- Lead negotiations for purchase agreements, NRE, capacity reservation, and long-term supply contracts to secure optimal terms and ensure supplier accountability for program deliverables across the battery supply base
- Champion cost reduction programs utilizing should-cost models, raw material indexing (Li, Co, Ni, graphite), and data analytics tailored to cell and pack manufacturing
- Create and implement contingency plans for scalability challenges, lead times, single-source dependencies, raw material volatility, and geopolitical risks in the battery supply chain
- Initiate and execute capacity planning, supplier resourcing, and mass production plans for new products across all lifecycle phases (NPI, MP, sustaining, EOL), with a focus on battery cells and packs
- Develop systems for measuring supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, technology, responsiveness) and conduct regular business reviews with battery cell and pack suppliers
- Build executive-level relationships with cell suppliers, align on objectives, and articulate a strategic vision to foster growth and innovation in the battery domain
- Mentor and provide technical/commercial guidance to GSMs across the battery commodity team
- Travel (20%-30%) internationally — primarily to APAC supplier sites — and work across time zones to support global battery supply chain activities
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, materials science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain management, business, or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years of sourcing experience in fast-paced consumer electronics, automotive, or equivalent industry, with direct exposure to battery cell and/or pack sourcing
- Working knowledge in all or any of the following areas: lithium-ion cell chemistry and design, electrode manufacturing, cell assembly and formation, pack/module integration, BMS/BMU, safety standards (UN38.3, UL, IEC), and related battery manufacturing processes
- Experience in supplier evaluation/selection, should-cost modeling, contract negotiation, and supply base management for batteries or comparable high-complexity commodities
- Experience with cost drivers and experience building bottoms-up or should-cost models for battery cells and packs (including raw material, bill-of-process, and capex amortization)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to run supply modeling and analysis
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
- Experience ramping high-volume consumer electronics or wearable products with battery content
- Established relationships with tier-1 battery cell suppliers
- Experience working with CMs, ODMs, OEMs, and pack houses in the battery domain
- Experience leading or mentoring sourcing teams or cross-functional commodity pods
- MBA or Master of Engineering
ABOUT META:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $199,000/year to $272,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Strategic Sourcing Manager
Translate your credentials into U.S. sourcing standards
Pull your O*NET occupation profile for Strategic Sourcing Managers and map your Singapore-based qualifications against the listed knowledge areas. Gaps in CPSM certification or U.S. procurement law familiarity will come up in sponsor interviews, so address them before you apply.
Target multinationals with existing Singapore operations
Companies that already run procurement hubs in Singapore understand H-1B1 visa mechanics and are far less likely to treat your visa status as a liability. Focus your search on employers with APAC sourcing teams who are expanding U.S. category management functions.
Search for H-1B1 sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters jobs by verified H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which employers will file. Use it to identify procurement and supply chain roles where Singaporean candidates have been sponsored before.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting any offer
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying your salary meets the prevailing wage for your location and role. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 13-1023 before negotiating, so you know the DOL floor and can spot underpowered offers early.
Clarify the consulate filing timeline with your hiring manager
Unlike H-1B, H-1B1 visa doesn't require a USCIS petition, so your employer may underestimate what they actually need to file. Confirm they've completed LCA certification and understand the DS-160 and consulate interview steps before you give notice at your current role.
Use your annual renewal window to negotiate scope expansions
H-1B1 visas are granted in one-year increments and renewed at the consulate. Each renewal requires a fresh LCA, which locks in the prevailing wage for that period. Use the renewal cycle as a natural checkpoint to renegotiate your category portfolio or title before the new LCA is filed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Strategic Sourcing Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes. Strategic Sourcing Manager roles typically qualify because the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field. The role must be employer-defined as requiring that specialized degree, not merely preferring it. If your job description uses language like 'degree preferred,' ask the employer to revise it to 'degree required' before the LCA is filed with DOL.
How does H-1B1 Singapore compare to H-1B for procurement professionals?
H-1B1 Singapore skips the lottery entirely, which is the single biggest practical difference for Singaporean sourcing professionals. You apply directly at the U.S. consulate after your employer files the LCA with DOL, no USCIS petition required. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 is granted in one-year increments rather than three, and it doesn't carry the same path to permanent residence without a separate immigrant visa process.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B1 Singapore visas for sourcing roles?
Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship history by employer and role type, so you can see which companies have actually filed for procurement and supply chain positions rather than relying on job postings that mention sponsorship vaguely. Filter by Strategic Sourcing Manager or related SOC codes to narrow results to relevant hiring patterns.
What documents do I need to prepare before my H-1B1 consulate interview?
You'll need the certified LCA from DOL, your DS-160 confirmation, a valid Singapore passport, your job offer letter, and evidence that your degree matches the specialty occupation. For sourcing roles, bring transcripts and any professional certifications like CPSM. The consular officer may also ask for documentation showing your employer's business legitimacy and your reporting structure within their procurement organization.
Can I switch employers after arriving in the U.S. on an H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, but the process resets entirely. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to return to the consulate for a new H-1B1 visa stamp. Unlike H-1B, there's no portability rule that lets you start work after filing a petition. Plan for a gap in U.S. work authorization during the transition and time your employer change around the consulate appointment availability.