Global Supply Manager, Hardware & Consumables
Core
Own end-to-end global commodity strategy and execution for fasteners, consumables, adhesives, and related off-the-shelf components to balance cost, quality, risk, and scalability.
Role type
Senior IC Global Supply Manager (Hardware & Consumables)
Builds
Enterprise-wide standards, consolidated supplier base, and optimized inventory programs for autonomous logistics hardware
Domain
Autonomous drone logistics / Advanced manufacturing supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) design, cost negotiation, supply risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven category management, contract management, inventory optimization, change management
Preferred skills
fastener/hardware standardization experience, aerospace/robotics/automotive industry background, international trade practices, complex contract negotiation, VMI/Kanban implementation
Technologies
Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global commodity strategy for fasteners, consumables, and adhesives; Transform fragmented OTS categories into strategic sourcing spaces via supplier consolidation and demand aggregation; Build comprehensive category spend and SKU usage views to identify cost-saving opportunities; Partner with Engineering to rationalize parts and influence designs toward preferred components; Lead supplier consolidation initiatives to improve commercial leverage and streamline operations; Design and scale Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs with strategic suppliers; Drive total-cost savings through competitive bidding, pricing negotiations, and value engineering; Cultivate strong supplier relationships and define/track KPIs for performance; Create and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery; Identify and mitigate supply risks including late deliveries, quality issues, and obsolescence; Support cost tracking, reporting, and BOM impact analysis; Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Production to ensure supplier readiness; Support change management activities including part transitions and supplier onboarding
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
