Global Supply Manager

Novax Recruitment; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Novax Recruitment is seeking a Global Supply Manager for our San Francisco, CA location. You will lead end-to-end RFx processes, develop should-cost models for mechanical components, and negotiate supplier terms.

The role requires 1–3+ years in sourcing or procurement and frequent travel to support projects. Experience with injection moulding, stamping, harness assemblies and fasteners is preferred, along with strong Excel skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and

Qualifications

• Experience sourcing mechanical components and knowledge of cost drivers for tooling and components.
• Strong Excel/spreadsheet skills with the ability to develop should-cost models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
• 1–3+ years of sourcing or procurement experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end RFx processes from defining requirements to supplier evaluation and selection.
• Develop and maintain should-cost models for mechanical components (injection moulding, stamping, harnesses, fasteners).
• Negotiate piece prices, tooling costs, and supplier terms.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance tracking; handle escalations.
• Drive readiness for new product introductions, production ramps, and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to deliver the sourcing roadmap.

Skills

Excel

Project management

Communication

Sourcing & procurement

Travel readiness

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Global Supply Manager (3651458) San Francisco, California

Salary: USD115000 - USD150000 per annum

Job Title: Global Supply Manager - Mechanicals

Day to day

• Lead end-to-end RFx processes, from defining requirements and issuing RFQs through supplier evaluation and selection.
• Develop and maintain should-cost models for mechanical components, including injection-moulded plastics, stamped components, fasteners, connectors and harnesses.
• Negotiate piece prices, tooling costs, payment terms and supplier agreements.
• Manage commercial relationships with key suppliers, including performance tracking, escalations and relationship development.
• Drive supplier readiness throughout new product introduction, production ramp and ongoing manufacturing.
• Support cost, capacity planning and lead-time management initiatives.
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver the mechanicals sourcing roadmap.
• Present clear sourcing recommendations to senior and executive stakeholders.
• Travel domestically and internationally, averaging approximately 25%.

Requirements

• Experience sourcing mechanical components, with exposure to injection moulding, stamping, harness assembly and off-the-shelf components such as fasteners.
• Understanding of manufacturing cost drivers for custom components and tooling.
• 1-3+ years of sourcing or procurement experience in a similar role.
• Strong Excel and spreadsheet skills.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible mindset with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with custom part development.
• Strong track record of applying first-principles thinking to supplier negotiations.
• Experience managing supplier escalations through to executive level.
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems.