Senior Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering, Advanced Effects
Core
Lead a team of sourcing engineers and subcontract managers to develop supply chain strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and optimize costs for defense product development.
Role type
Senior Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering
Builds
Defense systems powered by Lattice OS (AI-powered operating system for command and control)
Domain
Defense technology / Supply chain engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, cost engineering (TCO), BOM management, value-stream mapping, team leadership, process improvement
Preferred skills
MBA or Master's in supply chain/engineering, defense/aerospace/automotive industry experience, large team influence
Technologies
Lattice OS, BOM tools, value-stream mapping tools
Responsibilities
Develop and implement supply chain strategies for continuity, quality, and cost optimization; Negotiate complex commercial terms with suppliers; Lead cross-functional projects to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets; Manage CAPEX throughout NPI; Conduct BOM risk assessment and alternate component sourcing; Drive localization initiatives and supplier consolidation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management