Senior Global Supply Manager - Mountain View, CA

Job summary

As a Senior Global Supply Manager at Lunar Energy, you'll be a strategic leader in our mission to transition homes to 100% clean energy. You'll take ownership of our mechanical and electromechanical commodity strategies, including everything from metals, plastics, and fasteners to custom electromechanical parts. This is a high-impact role where you'll not only manage the supply base but also serve as a key business partner to our engineering and product teams. You'll be responsible for building a robust and resilient global supply chain that directly contributes to our product roadmap and business growth. You'll strategically manage our Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to mitigate global supply chain risks and drive significant reductions in our Cost of Goods Sold (COGs). You will also work closely with the finance team as a strategic business partner.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Commodity Strategy: Own the complete sourcing strategy for your assigned commodities, leading the full lifecycle from market analysis and supplier selection to contract negotiation and ongoing performance management.
• Strategically Manage RFQs: Design and implement a framework for the team's RFQ processes, ensuring a structured and effective approach to mitigate supply chain risks and reduce COGs.
• Drive Cost and Value Optimization: Lead should-cost modeling and complex negotiations to deliver significant year-over-year cost improvements while ensuring quality and supply continuity.
• Serve as a Strategic Partner: Work hand-in-hand with our engineering teams to influence product design and technology roadmaps by providing expert insights on supply chain capabilities and market trends. Partner with the finance team to develop business cases, manage budgets, and align on cost-reduction goals.
• Manage High-Stakes Supplier Relationships: Cultivate and maintain executive-level relationships with key suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact for all commercial and operational issues.
• Mitigate Supply Chain Risk: Proactively identify and manage risks related to part availability, lead times, and global market conditions, developing creative solutions to ensure business continuity.
• Provide Leadership and Mentorship: Act as a subject matter expert, guiding junior team members and providing clear, concise updates to senior leadership on supply chain status and strategic progress.

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