Sourcing Lead, Direct
Core
Lead strategy for hardware supply chain design, build, and global sourcing for drone delivery aircraft and ground infrastructure.
Role type
Senior Sourcing Lead (Hardware Supply Chain)
Builds
Automated drone delivery systems (aircraft and ground infrastructure)
Domain
Aerospace / Robotics / Logistics
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Global supplier relationship management, supply chain strategy, contract negotiation, cost modeling, supplier qualification, risk mitigation, cross-functional leadership, mass production scaling, IP licensing frameworks
Preferred skills
Technical engineering background, AI automation adoption, mentorship of global teams
Technologies
Drone hardware, electromechanical commodities, supply chain management systems
Responsibilities
Lead commercial engagement and sourcing strategy for full hardware supply chain; Evaluate supplier portfolio and create long-term strategy for commodities; Mentor and coach global sourcing managers; Partner with engineering and legal teams on partner selection and manufacturability; Drive supplier market research, qualification, and industrialization; Assess and mitigate long-term supply chain risk; Build scalable processes with cross-functional teams.
