Head of Mechanical Supply Chain

DSJ Global; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Director/Head of Mechanical Supply Chain to oversee global sourcing and supply chain strategy for precision mechanical components. The role emphasizes supply continuity, cost optimization, supplier development, capacity planning, and building a scalable, resilient supply chain.

You will lead a team focused on sourcing injection molding, CNC machining, die castings, and related components, collaborating closely with engineering and operations to support growth and

Qualifications

• Senior leader with 8+ years in mechanical supply chain, sourcing, or procurement.
• Strong strategic sourcing and supplier management experience.
• Proven cross-functional leadership and change management capabilities.
• Experience with cost optimization and supplier development.
• Demonstrated ability to build scalable, resilient supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Lead global sourcing strategy for mechanical commodities.
• Develop supplier selection, performance, and cost-reduction programs.
• Negotiate commercially, plan inventory, assess capacity, ensure on-time delivery.
• Partner with engineering to ensure manufacturability and cost competitiveness.
• Drive supplier assessments, risk mitigation, and long-range capacity planning.
• Improve forecasting, processes, and material planning.
• Build and lead a high-performing sourcing team.
• Align supply chain with growth, new products, and fulfillment goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

Director / Head of Mechanical Supply Chain

Location: San Mateo, CA

Work Model: 3 days on-site

Company Overview

Innovative U.S.-based autonomous technology manufacturer developing advanced hardware and software solutions for commercial, industrial, public safety, and defense applications.

Position Summary

Seeking a senior supply chain leader to oversee global sourcing and supply chain strategy for mechanical components supporting high-growth product lines and new product introductions. This role is responsible for ensuring supply continuity, cost optimization, supplier development, capacity planning, and building a scalable, resilient supply chain. The position leads a team focused on sourcing precision mechanical components and partnering closely with engineering and operations to support growth and manufacturing excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead global sourcing strategy for mechanical commodities, including injection molding, CNC machining, die castings, metal stampings, fasteners, composites, extrusions, and rubber components.
• Develop and execute supplier selection, supplier performance, and cost-reduction strategies.
• Manage commercial negotiations, inventory planning, supplier capacity, and on-time delivery.
• Partner with engineering teams to ensure manufacturability, cost competitiveness, and supply chain readiness throughout product development.
• Drive supplier assessments, risk mitigation, and long-range capacity planning.
• Improve supply chain systems, processes, forecasting, and material planning.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing sourcing and supply chain team.
• Align global supply chain strategy with business growth, new product launches, and customer fulfillment objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience leading a mechanical supply chain, sourcing, or procurement organization.
• Strong expertise in precision mechanical manufacturing and supplier management.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, supply chain optimization, and cross-functional leadership.
• Experience driving process improvements, change management, and supplier performance programs.