Senior Sourcing & Cost Optimization Leader, Hardware & Drones

Skydio Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation time

Sick leave

401K savings plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Skydio Inc. is seeking a Senior Business Operations Manager in San Mateo, California. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for contract manufacturing and manage product costs for drones and accessories. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and over 5 years of relevant experience, excelling in data analytics and negotiations. Skydio offers competitive salaries, stock options, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing a diverse and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to thrive in a data-driven culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and present quantitative analysis of sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Own, develop and execute contract manufacturing sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate contracts, SOW, and costs with suppliers.
• Analyze and validate BOM costs with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data Analytics

Negotiation

Manufacturing knowledge

Strategic partnerships

Education

Technical degree

5+ years relevant work experience

Job description

Skydio Inc. is seeking a Senior Business Operations Manager in San Mateo, California. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for contract manufacturing and manage product costs for drones and accessories. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and over 5 years of relevant experience, excelling in data analytics and negotiations. Skydio offers competitive salaries, stock options, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing a diverse and inclusive culture.