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Salary: USD 172,550 - 203,000 / annual
Oura is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to lead Capital Expenditure (CapEx) category management and sourcing initiatives for manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation, and test systems. This role is critical to supporting Oura's new product introduction and mass production readiness across its global contract manufacturing network.
You will develop and implement commercial strategies for capital equipment and manufacturing systems, identifying opportunities for reuse, standardization, and cost optimization. You'll build and execute sourcing strategies that balance cost efficiency, innovation, lead times, scalability, and long-term supplier capability to support the company's growth and technology roadmap.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing deep technical understanding of equipment and tooling technologies used in high-precision manufacturing, automation, and enclosure production, while monitoring market trends and emerging technologies
- Identifying, qualifying, and managing strategic supplier relationships through business reviews, capability assessments, and performance alignment
- Leading commercial negotiations and contracting for all CapEx procurements, including equipment, tooling, installation, and service agreements
- Developing cost models, should-cost analyses, and benchmarking frameworks incorporating total cost of ownership (TCO), depreciation, and ROI analysis
- Partnering with Hardware Engineering, NPI Manufacturing, and Operations to define technical specifications and ensure supplier alignment with production timelines
- Championing continuous improvement in sourcing processes, supplier engagement, and capital investment governance across global programs
This is a hybrid role based in San Francisco.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management, with focus on CapEx, equipment, or manufacturing systems
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
- Proven track record in supplier negotiations, RFQ/RFP management, and contracting
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, automation systems, and tooling
- Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and project management skills
- Exceptional collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams
Nice to have:
- Strategic mindset balancing cost, quality, and speed
- Comfort navigating ambiguity in fast-paced hardware development environments
- Passion for building scalable sourcing systems and supplier partnerships
