Global Supplier Project Manager

SoloPoint Solutions; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SoloPoint Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced supply chain and manufacturing operations leader to manage commercial relationships with contract manufacturers and oversee CTB, master build schedules, and inventory for timely production.

The role requires extensive experience with ERP systems (NetSuite), Google Suite, and cross-functional collaboration to mitigate risks and drive on-time delivery across global facilities, including travel to Mexico.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering, Management, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in manufacturing operations or supply chain.
• Fluency in English is required (Spanish is a major plus).
• Experience negotiating with Contract Manufacturers and managing commercial relationships.
• Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing, assembly lines, and outsourced service models.
• Strong understanding of production planning, material management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
• Ability to monitor market conditions and communicate risks to leadership.
• Able to lead cross-functional teams and present clearly to executive leadership.
• Must be able to travel to manufacturing facilities in Mexico.
• Expert level with NetSuite (or similar ERPs) and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Own the commercial relationship with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) including negotiating costs, getting quotes, and running Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
• Lead the "Clear to Build" (CTB) process ensuring the factory has materials, staff, and capacity to meet build forecasts.
• Own the master build schedules and serve as point person for ensuring production happens on time and stays on track.
• Work with Global Supply Management (GSM) team to fix material shortages, manage inventory, and prepare for New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Monitor market conditions and keep leadership updated on any risks that could delay production.

Skills

BA/BS in Engineering

10+ years in manufacturing operations

NetSuite

Google Suite

Hardware manufacturing knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Executive presentation

Travel to Mexico facilities

English fluency (Spanish a plus)

Contract Manufacturer negotiations

Production planning

Material management

New Product Introduction (NPI)

Market monitoring and risk reporting

Education

BA/BS in Engineering, Management, or equivalent experience

Tools

NetSuite

Google Suite

Job description

• BA/BS in Engineering, Management, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years in manufacturing operations or supply chain, specifically working with high-tech hardware and external factories (Contract Manufacturers)
• Expert level with NetSuite (or similar ERPs) and Google Suite
• Strong understanding of hardware manufacturing, assembly lines, and outsourced service models
• Able to lead cross-functional teams and present clearly to executive leadership
• Must be able to travel to manufacturing facilities in Mexico
• Fluency in English is required (Spanish is a major plus)
• Experience negotiating with Contract Manufacturers and managing commercial relationships
• Strong understanding of production planning, material management, and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
• Ability to monitor market conditions and communicate risks to leadership

Responsibilities:

• Own the commercial relationship with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) including negotiating costs, getting quotes, and running Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)
• Lead the "Clear to Build" (CTB) process ensuring the factory has materials, staff, and capacity to meet build forecasts
• Own the master build schedules and serve as point person for ensuring production happens on time and stays on track
• Work with Global Supply Management (GSM) team to fix material shortages, manage inventory, and prepare for New Product Introductions (NPI)
• Monitor market conditions and keep leadership updated on any risks that could delay production