Global Supply Manager - PCBA
Core
Lead global sourcing and commodity strategy for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and electronic assemblies powering humanoid platforms.
Role type
Senior commodity manager (electronics/PCBA)
Builds
Resilient, high-performance PCBA supply chain for humanoid robotics
Domain
Robotics / Electronics Manufacturing
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, supplier selection and qualification, cost modeling and should-cost analysis, electronics manufacturing knowledge (SMT, wave solder, potting), DFM/DFT compliance, contract negotiation, NPI support, supply risk assessment, MRP/ERP systems
Preferred skills
MBA or MS, managing global electronics suppliers and CMs/ODMs, change management, engineering collaboration in product development
Technologies
MRP, ERP
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for PCBAs and related electronic assemblies; Collaborate early with Engineering to influence component selection and ensure DFM/DFT compliance; Lead supplier identification, selection, and qualification across global regions; Build and maintain strong supplier relationships driving continuous improvement; Champion cost modeling and clean-sheet analysis; Negotiate supplier agreements covering pricing, terms, quality, and delivery; Drive cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives; Support New Product Introduction (NPI); Develop and maintain supply risk assessments and business continuity strategies; Collaborate with CMs, JDMs, and ODMs to ensure on-time, on-cost, on-spec sourcing.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
