Global Supply Manager (Starship Electronics)

The role

The Global Supply Manager will develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships for Starship electronics. This role involves driving cost savings, managing contracts, and ensuring supplier performance through KPIs and SLAs.

What you will do

• Develop sourcing strategies for assigned categories to minimize risk and achieve key purchasing targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders
• Communicate, implement, and enforce compliance with established sourcing strategies
• Identify, plan, and execute cost reduction initiatives
• Conduct advanced quantitative and process analyses to evaluate financial impacts
• Partner with stakeholders to establish supplier SLAs and KPIs
• Perform market research, benchmarking, and competitive analysis
• Collaborate with Legal to draft and finalize contract documentation
• Actively manage contracts to ensure suppliers meet all obligations
• Drive maximum value and cost savings through strategic negotiations

Required qualifications

• Advanced degree and 4+ years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Material or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, or Master pr
• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Material or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, or Master
• 10+ years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Material or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, or Master production scheduling
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally for business needs - up to 50%
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Nice to have

• Familiarity or experience working with machined metallic components for aerospace, medical, energy, or automotive applications
• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications with an understanding of manufacturing complexity
• Experience with technical procurement, manufacturing, or designing production components
• APICS certification
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Ability to prove a strong track record of leadership and team building
• Remarkable problem solving skills with a bias for speed and positive impact
• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent customer service skills

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave

Before you apply

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, o

About the company

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