Product Sourcing Engineering Lead

Anduril Industries; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 126,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering to lead a team of sourcing engineers and subcontract managers across the product development process. You will partner with engineering, program office, and production leadership to shape strategic sourcing initiatives that meet program and manufacturing goals.

This role emphasizes cost, quality, and delivery targets, supplier negotiations, KPI development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment specifically in a supply chain or production-related role focused on complex mechanical and/or electrical assembly.
• 2+ years experience in a leadership or managerial position.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with overall business goals, aiming for supply continuity, quality, efficiency and cost optimization while enabling the business to scale significantly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate complex commercial terms with suppliers directly to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
• Collaborate with other supply chain experts across the company to develop and execute supply chain best practices.
• Collaborate internally with key cross functional leadership teams to negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation and resolve problems proactively.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance. Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain health and drive improvements.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze data, and provide regular reports to management on supply chain performance.
• Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and support. Hire world class talent to continue the rapid expansion of the existing team.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks to the supply chain, such as disruptions to supply or changes in market conditions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

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

Job description

Anduril Industries in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering to lead a team of sourcing engineers and subcontract managers across the product development process. You will partner with engineering, program office, and production leadership to shape strategic sourcing initiatives that meet program and manufacturing goals.

This role emphasizes cost, quality, and delivery targets, supplier negotiations, KPI development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive