Manager, CM Business Management, Ring

Ring is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Manager, CM Business Team to lead the Contract Manufacturer management function within the Ring Business Management organization. This role is critical to shaping and executing end-to-end manufacturing strategies, developing long-term CM and supply chain strategies, managing strategic CM partnerships, and aligning global supply chain capabilities with Ring’s product roadmap and business priorities. The ideal candidate is a proven people leader with strong experience in the consumer electronics industry and a solid track record in strategy development, contract negotiation, cost management, supplier performance management, and cross-functional business execution. This leader should be comfortable operating in ambiguity, able to influence across global stakeholder groups, and capable of translating complex business and supply chain challenges into clear, actionable strategies. The successful candidate will bring strong executive communication skills, sound business judgment, and a solution-oriented mindset. They will build trusted partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, influence decision-making across Product, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams, drive CM performance and accountability, and develop a high-performing team that can support Ring’s continued growth and operational excellence. Key job responsibilities Leadership & Team Development - Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team by providing structured guidance, clear expectations, and ongoing support. - Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Set clear priorities and ensure team execution is aligned with Ring’s business objectives, product roadmap, and operational goals. Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Management - Serve as Ring’s primary business interface with global Contract Manufacturers (CMs), managing strategic relationships to optimize production efficiency, cost, quality, delivery, and overall supplier performance. - Lead CM selection, onboarding, contract negotiation, and performance management processes across new product introductions (NPI) and sustaining programs. - Build and maintain trust-based, strategic partnerships with external suppliers and CMs to support Ring’s long-term growth, product innovation, and manufacturing scalability. Cost & Contract Negotiation - Lead complex commercial negotiations to secure best-in-class business terms, improve cost competitiveness, enhance flexibility, and mitigate supply chain and execution risks. - Develop and implement scalable cost reduction programs, value engineering initiatives, and operational efficiency improvements to strengthen Ring’s supply chain competitiveness. - Partner with cross-functional teams to identify cost opportunities, validate business cases, and drive measurable financial impact. Strategic & Operational Excellence - Translate diverse stakeholder requirements across Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Product, Quality, and Operations into clear, actionable CM strategies. - Drive strategic RFQs, manufacturing footprint optimization, CM allocation decisions, and technology readiness assessments in alignment with Ring’s product roadmap. - Develop long-term CM strategies that balance cost, capability, capacity, risk, innovation, and portfolio health. - Stay current on industry trends, tariff developments, country-of-origin regulations, regional manufacturing shifts, and evolving global business dynamics to inform CM strategy and decision-making. Business Communication & Influence - Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and impactful executive-level communications, business reviews, strategy documents, and decision papers. - Influence stakeholders across Amazon’s global ecosystem through data-driven insights, structured recommendations, and strong business judgment. - Build alignment across senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and external