Global Supply Manager

FPC of Brighton; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

FPC of Brighton is seeking a Global Supply Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for high-value categories that drive our production operations. This role requires strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and collaboration across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and senior leadership.

You will build trusted supplier partnerships, negotiate complex agreements, and strengthen our global supply base as the organization grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor3s degree required; MBA or technical degree preferred.
• Seven+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and long-term supply arrangements.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies and cost roadmaps aligned with the company3s growth and production plans.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations involving pricing, capacity commitments, lead times, and long-term supply agreements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic and executive-level supplier relationships.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers to improve performance, strengthen capacity, and support long-term business requirements.
• Mentor and support junior Global Supply Managers in project execution, supplier management, and negotiation strategy.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve supplier quality, cost, delivery, and overall performance.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to translate technical and production requirements into effective sourcing strategies.
• Identify and mitigate supplier, capacity, cost, and continuity risks across assigned categories.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Influence cross-functional teams

Analytical thinking

Commercial judgment

Education

Bachelor3s degree

MBA

Technical degree

Job description

Annual Base Salary Range: $113,000-156,000

About Us

We are a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing company reshaping how critical products are made. Our vertically integrated capabilities combine scalable additive manufacturing, precision machining, and advanced digital infrastructure to deliver end-to-end production solutions for the aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries.

Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where employees take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

The Global Supply Manager leads sourcing strategy and supplier management for high-value, technically complex categories that are critical to the company’s production operations.

This role requires strategic thinking, strong commercial judgment, and the ability to operate independently across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and senior leadership teams. The Global Supply Manager will build trusted supplier partnerships, negotiate complex commercial agreements, and help strengthen the company’s global supply base as the organization continues to grow.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies and cost roadmaps aligned with the company’s growth and production plans.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations involving pricing, capacity commitments, lead times, and long-term supply agreements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic and executive-level supplier relationships.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers to improve performance, strengthen capacity, and support long-term business requirements.
• Mentor and support junior Global Supply Managers in project execution, supplier management, and negotiation strategy.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve supplier quality, cost, delivery, and overall performance.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to translate technical and production requirements into effective sourcing strategies.
• Identify and mitigate supplier, capacity, cost, and continuity risks across assigned categories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; an MBA or technical degree is preferred.
• Seven or more years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Demonstrated success managing strategic suppliers within a global manufacturing environment.
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and long-term supply arrangements.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior business leaders.
• Strong analytical and commercial judgment, with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-moving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supplier development, qualification, performance management, and risk assessments.
• Understanding of cost structures for machined, cast, or fabricated components.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings, lead-time reductions, and supplier-performance improvements.
• Prior experience in a startup, high-growth, or rapidly scaling manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.

Compensation and Benefits

The company offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

The company also provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Annual Base Salary Range: $113,000–$156,000