Global Supply Manager – Electronics

Global Supply Manager – Electronics

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain development or sourcing management, specifically with electronics.
• Hands-on experience with many of the following: wire harness manufacturing, connectors, sensor technologies, power electronics, and custom electronics.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to travel internationally 25%+.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for electronic components, including connectivity, power modules, and custom electronics, identifying and qualifying new suppliers worldwide.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, cost drivers, and emerging technologies in electronics manufacturing.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Manage supplier relationships, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the procurement process for electronic components and assemblies, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage purchase orders, track shipments, and resolve any supply chain disruptions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, quality) to ensure part specifications and requirements are met.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance cost, lead time, and demand variability for electronic components.
• Implement supply chain risk mitigation strategies, including supplier diversification, buffer stock, and alternative sourcing options for critical electronic parts.
• Monitor supplier performance, track key metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across the electronics supply chain.
• Analyze cost data, negotiate pricing, and optimize procurement processes to achieve cost savings targets.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal quality teams to ensure electronics component and assembly quality meets or exceeds company standards (e.g., IPC standards, reliability).
• Participate in supplier audits and quality reviews, especially for electronics manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier quality performance.
• Negotiate long-term deals and supply agreements which will let us build our humanoid robot.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineering and manufacturing, to align sourcing activities with the company’s product development and production timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work at a startup or on a very lean team.