Global Supply Manager, Battery
Core
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for battery cells and pack-level components, managing supplier relationships from qualification to mass production.
Role type
Senior Global Supply Manager (Battery Systems)
Builds
Battery cell and pack supply chains for hardware products
Domain
Automotive/EV battery manufacturing and supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (supply chain)
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, supplier qualification and onboarding, cost modeling and negotiation, NPI support, capacity planning, risk mitigation, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Robotics/EV/automotive industry experience, startup/lean team experience, working with technical drawings and BOMs
Technologies
Battery cell types (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic), NPI processes
Responsibilities
Develop sourcing strategies for battery cells and pack components; Lead RFX, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations; Drive supplier footprint decisions; Support NPI from design through mass production; Manage supplier performance and resolve supply disruptions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC