Global Supply Manager
Core
Manage global sourcing, capacity, and risk for complex robotics hardware components to support autonomous construction equipment deployment.
Role type
Senior Global Supply Manager (Hardware/Robotics)
Builds
Autonomous heavy construction equipment with custom mechanical, sensor, and electronic systems
Domain
Robotics / Autonomous Construction / Hardware Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, supplier segmentation, capacity planning, cost modeling (should-cost), contract negotiation, risk mitigation, new product introduction (NPI), manufacturing readiness, supply chain resilience, executive stakeholder management
Preferred skills
China+1 strategy, dual-sourcing, tooling management, semiconductor/sensor market intelligence
Technologies
LiDAR, PCBAs, actuators, gearboxes, batteries, electromechanical assemblies, semiconductors, memory
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies by commodity category; Secure long-lead components and capacity for production ramps; Negotiate pricing, LTAs, and commercial terms; Partner with engineering on DFM and BOM reviews; Maintain risk registers and develop alternate sources for critical components; Manage supplier performance KPIs and corrective actions; Align supply execution with fleet deployment schedules
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC