Lead Global Supply Manager, Steer By Wire Systems

Rivian; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 137,800 - 172,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Lead Global Supply Manager in Irvine, California. This role focuses on strategic sourcing and supplier management for Rivian’s engineering projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering, and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include overseeing procurement lifecycles, negotiating terms, and leading large-scale projects. Rivian offers a competitive salary ranging from $137,800 to $172,200, along with comprehensive employee benefits including performance bonuses, insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement lifecycles.
• Experience with Steer by Wire Systems or similar commodities.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale sourcing projects with significant spend.
• Act as an expert user of supply chain systems.
• Negotiate commercial terms with little legal involvement.
• Manage supplier relationships at a senior level.

Skills

Procurement lifecycle management

Negotiations

Risk mitigation

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Analytical tools

Job description

About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary

The Rivian Supply Chain team is looking for highly motivated and strategic purchasing leaders to bring Rivian’s engineered products to life. As a Lead Global Supply Manager, you are an advanced individual contributor and subject matter expert responsible for the strategic sourcing, supplier selection, and multi-generational lifecycle management for our vehicle programs, including R1, R2, R3, and Electric Delivery Vehicles.

In this role, you lead the commercial relationship for our most complex domains, partnering closely with cross-functional leadership to architect the future of our innovative technical requirements. You act autonomously to manage several large projects with significant spend, navigating changing economic and political landscapes to prevent production risks. You are responsible for ensuring Rivian meets aggressive cost targets and timelines while solving systemic challenges that affect long-term project health. We are looking for an expert thinker who is passionate about optimizing the sourcing process and driving organizational stability through advanced negotiation and risk prevention.

This position is based onsite in Irvine, California and reports to the Director of Global Supply Management (Propulsion, Thermal, Charging & Adventure Products).

Responsibilities

• Sourcing: Concurrently lead several large projects with medium-high vehicle spend for Steer by Wire Systems. Drive the competitive bid process with little to no leadership direction and lead Director-level communications and reviews.
• Systems & Process: Act as an expert user of supply chain systems to support business needs. Lead the onboarding and training of new team members to procurement systems.
• Technical Understanding: Apply significant experience managing Steer by Wire Systems to drive a strategy that supports the next vehicle program. Identify risks proactively to maintain a neutral position for the organization.
• Negotiations: Negotiate most commercial terms with very limited legal involvement. Actively apply creative thinking in negotiations by utilizing non-monetary tradeoffs to achieve Rivian targets.
• Supplier Management: Maintain strong relationships at the supplier Senior Management level. Drive accountability and resolve conflicts with minimal escalation while maintaining a robust understanding of sub-suppliers through raw materials.
• Stakeholder Management: Leverage industry knowledge to build strong internal and external relationships. Proactively communicate valuable information to stakeholders to mitigate risk and enable timely decision-making.
• Project Management & Risk Mitigation: Lead large-scale projects with autonomy. Proactively identify and mitigate risks through detailed risk mapping and see resolutions through to completion.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering and a minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Domain Expertise: Significant experience managing end-to-end procurement lifecycles; proven ability to drive commodity strategies for next-gen platforms.
• Commodity-Specific Experience: Experience with Steer by Wire Systems, Motors, Motor Components, Drive Unit, or similar commodities.
• Technical Skills: Expert user of SAP and analytical tools; ability to identify should-cost opportunities prior to engaging cost estimation groups.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate productive conversations and gain buy-in with a clear vision.
• Execution: Proven ability to resolve complex problems involving multiple variables and stakeholders; implements comprehensive risk mitigation.
• Operational Style: Acts instinctively to manage and prioritize complex workloads with little manager input; serves as a cross-functional advisor.

Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is $137,800 - $172,200 for Irvine, California based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.