Global Supply Manager

Neros Technologies; Torrance (CA); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pow.bio in Torrance, California is seeking a Global Supplier Manager to join their Supply Chain team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of supply chain experience and will be responsible for sourcing strategies and supplier development. Key tasks include managing supplier selection, contract negotiations, and building cost models to support sustainable partnerships. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field is required. The role offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $160,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 5 years of supply chain experience in a fast-paced, highly fluid environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing commodities including building cost models and leading contract negotiations.
• Experience supporting the launch of new product introductions.

Responsabilités

• Own and execute sourcing strategies across mechanical, electronic, and PCB assemblies.
• Lead supplier selection and manage RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Build and maintain cost models to enable data-driven negotiations.
• Partner with design engineers and manufacturing engineers to align supplier capabilities.
• Implement supplier business reviews and governance processes.

Connaissances

Supplier negotiation

Cost modeling

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor or Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management

Description du poste

Who we are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands‑on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.

What you will be doing

Join as a founding member of the Supply Chain team. To scale in relation to our rapidly growing demand, the Global Supplier Manager will work directly with the Head of Supply Chain to expand production capacity and build a world‑class supplier network. This individual will lead supplier development, strategic sourcing, NPI builds, production ramp‑up, and global supply base scaling.

The ideal candidate will combine strong sourcing expertise with an understanding of aerial systems, and the capability to drive supplier partnerships that secure quality, cost, delivery, and capacity readiness. In addition, this individual will be responsible for:

Additionally, you will:

• Own and execute sourcing strategies across mechanical, electronic, and PCB assemblies to ensure cost competitiveness, quality, risk mitigation, and supply continuity for both NPI and mass‑production ramps.
• Lead supplier selection and manage RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs. Own RFQ and contract management by negotiating, finalizing, and documenting agreements prior to business initiation.
• Build and maintain cost models to enable data‑driven negotiations and support long‑term sourcing strategies.
• Partner with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and supply quality engineers to align supplier capabilities with product requirements from concept through high‑volume production.
• Implement supplier business reviews and governance processes to drive improvements in cost, delivery, and quality performance.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with finance, operations, and engineering teams to deliver sustainable cost savings and establish long‑term supplier partnerships.

You should have the following

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management
• 5 years of supply chain experience in a fast‑paced, highly fluid environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing commodities including building cost models and leading contract negotiations.
• Experience supporting the launch of new product introductions.
• Superior analytical skills and the ability to use data and metrics to justify business decisions.
• Proficient knowledge of technical requirements & design of the commodities and be able to influence cross functional partners with detailed analysis that supports optimized pricing and product sourcing decisions

US Salary Range

$110,000 - $160,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.