Global Supply Leader, Programs & Production

Divergent; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Bonuses / incentives

Parental leave

Job summary

Divergent is seeking a Global Supply Manager to lead supplier relationships, execute sourcing strategies, and ensure availability of critical components for aerospace, defense and automotive programs.

You will collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to drive capacity planning, outside process management, and commercial negotiations in a fast-moving environment where BOMs and demand change quickly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in sourcing/procurement in program-driven manufacturing (aerospace/auto).
• Experience managing outside processes (machining, finishing, NDT, etc.).
• Experience with ERP/MRP, PLM systems.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategy and supplier readiness for complex programs.
• Own supplier management and cost/lead-time risk.
• Develop capacity planning and ramp readiness for full-rate production.
• Coordinate outside processes and supplier development.
• Contribute to cross-functional programs (PM, Eng, Quality).

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Sourcing strategy

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

MBA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Arena

Windchill

PLM

Job description

Divergent is seeking a Global Supply Manager to lead supplier relationships, execute sourcing strategies, and ensure availability of critical components for aerospace, defense and automotive programs.

You will collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to drive capacity planning, outside process management, and commercial negotiations in a fast-moving environment where BOMs and demand change quickly.