Global Supply Manager

Joby Barnard; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace technology is seeking a Global Supply Manager to oversee sourcing categories like plastics and semiconductors for its innovative eVTOL aircraft program. The role requires strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and a relevant degree or extensive experience in the supply chain field. Joby offers a competitive salary with Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement roles.
• Experience with global supply bases in regulated industries.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFQ processes and negotiate supplier terms.
• Own supplier relationships and manage performance reviews.
• Drive cost reduction and improve processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Gantt charts

Job description

Joby OverviewLocated in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service. Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Global Supply Manager (GSM) to join our team.

You will be supporting one of the following sourcing categories:

• Plastics & Foam — responsible for sourcing and supplier management of injection-molded plastics, structural composites, and foam components used in aircraft interiors. OR
• Semiconductors & Avionics Systems — responsible for sourcing and managing suppliers of ICs, FPGAs, sensors, memory, and avionics hardware supporting embedded systems.

This role is instrumental in supporting the development and scaling of our eVTOL aircraft program from prototype to production. The GSM will collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Industrialization, Quality, Finance, and Legal to ensure timely delivery, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFQ processes, negotiate supplier terms and pricing, and execute purchase price agreements.
• Own supplier relationships, manage scorecards, and lead periodic performance reviews.
• Drive cost reduction, process improvement, and supplier development initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering teams on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and technical sourcing decisions.
• Monitor market trends, assess risks, and implement sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of supply.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for materials and components, including FAA, REACH, RoHS, ITAR, etc.
• Support project timelines with clear communication of risks, actions, and deliverables.

Required

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related technical field, or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement roles for at least one of the following categories:
• Plastics & Foam: Injection molding, thermoforming, polyurethane foams, structural composites.
• Semiconductors & Avionics: ICs, sensors, PCBs, embedded systems, avionics hardware.
• Proven ability to manage suppliers, negotiate contracts, and support cross-functional engineering programs.
• Experience working with global supply bases and in regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive).
• Strong analytical and project management skills, with familiarity in tools like Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Gantt charts.

Desired

• MBA or advanced degree in engineering, materials science, or semiconductor supply chain management.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or high-tech consumer electronics industries.
• Familiarity with certifications like FAR 25.853, UL 94, DO-254, DO-160, and AS9100.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials, dual sourcing strategies, and cost modeling best practices.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $99,564 - $157,255 per year salary. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.