Global Sourcing Manager — Optical Sensors & Imaging

Harmattan AI; Paris; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmattan AI in Paris is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager for Sensors & Optics to own the supply chain strategy for optical assemblies and sensor technologies. You will partner with Engineering, Product, Program and Production to secure parts and services critical to our systems as we scale.

You will be the first hire in this area, building the function from scratch, traveling to supplier sites as needed, negotiating robust terms, and balancing cost, reliability and quality to protect supply

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 5 to 8 years of experience sourcing optical, imaging or sensor technologies, ideally in defense, aerospace or other high-reliability industries.
• Strong technical understanding of sensors and optical assemblies, enough to challenge suppliers and engineers on feasibility and quality.
• Proven commercial skills in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Full ownership mindset, with the ability to build a function from scratch in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly to supplier sites.
• Fluency in French and English required.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global sourcing strategy for optical and sensor technologies.
• Source specialized components, materials and manufacturing services for optical assemblies and sensor subsystems.
• Build and manage a strategic supplier network across emerging and established product lines.
• Vet vendor technical capabilities alongside engineering teams, covering performance, quality systems and production readiness.
• Negotiate and structure robust commercial terms that optimize unit economics and protect supply continuity.
• Identify and de-risk supply chain exposure across a complex, rapidly scaling electronics supply chain.
• Partner with Engineering, Product, Program and Production to align sourcing decisions with design and delivery priorities.
• Own supplier performance on cost, lead time and quality, and travel to supplier sites as needed.

Skills

Optical sensors sourcing

Supplier relationship mgmt

Contract negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel willingness

Defense/aerospace experience

Education

Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

Harmattan AI in Paris is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager for Sensors & Optics to own the supply chain strategy for optical assemblies and sensor technologies. You will partner with Engineering, Product, Program and Production to secure parts and services critical to our systems as we scale.

You will be the first hire in this area, building the function from scratch, traveling to supplier sites as needed, negotiating robust terms, and balancing cost, reliability and quality to protect supply