Global CapEx & Supply Lead, Battery Innovations

Rivian Automotive; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Lead Global Supply Manager to architect our CapEx sourcing landscape. You will lead the commercial relationship for complex domains, collaborating with cross-functional leadership to align with business objectives and aggressive cost targets.

You will autonomously manage multiple large projects, navigate economic and political landscapes, and apply advanced negotiation and risk mitigation to ensure project health and timely deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering with 6+ years of experience.
• Significant experience managing commodities and full procurement lifecycle.
• Direct experience with new product industrialization and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing for high-visibility CapEx projects.
• Act as expert user of supply chain systems and drive process improvements.
• Manage commodities strategies aligning procurement with stakeholder goals.
• Lead negotiations for commercial terms with limited legal involvement.
• Maintain relationships with supplier senior management and drive accountability.
• Communicate risk mitigation and act as cross-functional advisor.
• Lead large projects with autonomy and map risks proactively.
• Develop KPIs to indicate category health and present data to executives.

Skills

Capex sourcing

Strategic procurement

Stakeholder management

Negotiations

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Basecamp

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Lead Global Supply Manager to architect our CapEx sourcing landscape. You will lead the commercial relationship for complex domains, collaborating with cross-functional leadership to align with business objectives and aggressive cost targets.

You will autonomously manage multiple large projects, navigate economic and political landscapes, and apply advanced negotiation and risk mitigation to ensure project health and timely deliverables.