Supply Chain Manager (Procurement)
Core
Building AI-native manufacturing systems by owning the full procurement lifecycle, establishing the supplier base, and creating data-driven supply chain infrastructure for industrial-scale parts.
Role type
Senior IC Supply Chain Manager (Procurement)
Builds
Scalable, data-driven supply chain infrastructure and a world-class supplier base for hardware manufacturing
Domain
Deep tech / AI-native manufacturing / Industrial hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, vendor qualification, contract negotiation, ERP/MRP system implementation, should-cost modeling, risk mitigation, make-vs-buy analysis, supplier relationship management
Preferred skills
Reading engineering drawings (GD&T, BOMs), additive manufacturing knowledge, defense/aerospace supply chain experience, SQL or BI tools proficiency
Technologies
NetSuite, SAP, Fishbowl, Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI, Tableau
Responsibilities
Own the full procurement lifecycle from sourcing to delivery; build and manage the supplier base from scratch; partner with engineering on NPI and DFM reviews; develop modules for the homegrown ERP system; mitigate supply chain risks; drive cost reduction through modeling and negotiation; define supply chain structure and playbooks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team-building responsibilities