Senior Global Supply Manager, System Components

Form Energy; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Form Energy in Berkeley, CA is hiring a skilled supply chain professional to develop and execute the sourcing strategy for battery system-level components used in our iron-air battery systems. As part of the GSM team, you will research markets, engage suppliers and manage key supplier relationships with cross-functional partners.

This hybrid role is onsite 3+ days per week, with relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strategic sourcing, category management or similar in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience procuring bulk-purchased off-the-shelf and customized battery components via channels or manufacturers.
• Strong data analysis and clear communication for leadership decisions.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally ~30%.

Responsibilities

• Own the Systems-level component category and build supplier partnerships for scale-up.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing, lead times, escalations and resolutions with suppliers.
• Drive cost negotiations using cost models and market analyses.
• Monitor market conditions and technology roadmaps to address supply challenges.
• Collaborate with Leadership, Supply Chain, Engineering and Strategic Supply teams to define sourcing strategy.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier negotiation

Data analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Supply Chain/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!

In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

Form Energy is hiring a highly skilled supply chain professional to develop and execute the sourcing strategy for battery system-level components to be used in Form’s pioneering iron-air battery systems. As part of our GSM team, you will be involved in researching markets, identifying and engaging with suppliers, developing and executing sourcing strategies, and managing key supplier relationships in collaboration with key cross-functional teams. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

This is a hybrid role, which will require working onsite from our office in Berkeley, CA 3+ days per week. Relocation assistance is available.

What You’ll Do

• Own the Systems-level component category, and build and maintain partnerships with our strategic suppliers to support our next-gen energy storage system scale-up; the Systems-level BOM includes electrical parts such as circuit breakers, load centers, sensors, and wiring etc, as well as mechanical components such as pumps, heaters, conduit, etc.
• Act as the primary contact with suppliers on contract and pricing negotiations, development and production lead times, escalations and resolution
• Drive commercial cost negotiations with suppliers based on cost-models and analyses of current market conditions to ensure Form receives best-in-class pricing
• Monitor current market conditions and technology roadmaps to proactively identify and address any supply challenges and future-proof our sourcing strategy for the Systems category
• Collaborate closely with Form’s Leadership, Supply Chain, Engineering and Strategic Supply teams to define and drive execution of Form’s Systems sourcing strategy

What You’ll Bring

• At least 3 years of strategic sourcing, category management, or similar applicable experience in a fast-paced, highly fluid environment
• Deep expertise managing procurement for bulk-purchased off-the-shelf and customized components for use in in battery systems or other similar products, through distribution channels as well as directly from manufacturers
• Outstanding data evaluation and analysis skillsExcellent communication skills; experience presenting clear recommendations to leadership to drive strategic and operational decision making
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally approx. 30% of the time
• Bachelors or Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or similar discipline

Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full‑time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.

If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.

Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

Compensation Range: $111,826 - $139,777