Supplier Operations Manager, Hardware Components

formenergy; Berkeley (CA); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Form Energy in Berkeley is seeking a Supplier Operations Manager to own end-to-end program execution for assigned supplier accounts, including NPI and sustaining phases, and ensure supplier readiness as Form scales production. You will coordinate with Global Supply Managers, Engineering and Quality, manage forecasts, data quality, and CTB reports, and lead supplier reviews while traveling up to 50%.

Relocation assistance is available, and the role requires strong organizational, analytical, and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field with 1–3 years' experience.
• Coursework or certifications (APICS/ASCM) or hands-on supply chain experience.
• Ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to supplier sites.

Responsabilidades

• Own end-to-end program execution for assigned supplier accounts, covering NPI and sustaining phases.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to align sourcing and execution plans.
• Manage supplier forecasts, order status, and capacity reviews; ensure forecast adherence.
• Maintain supplier data quality, lead times, and CTB reporting; drive process compliance.
• Lead supplier forums, status reviews, and executive summaries with stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain experience

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Herramientas

ERP/MRP systems

Excel or similar data tools

Descripción del empleo

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

We are looking for a highly organized, execution-focused Supplier Operations Manager to serve as the primary program owner for one or more assigned hardware component suppliers. This role is accountable for end-to-end execution at the supplier level, spanning forecast management, capacity planning, data quality, and cross-functional coordination across all parts and commodities sourced from the account. The SOM is the key liaison between Form's Global Supply Management team and assigned suppliers, partnering closely with Global Supply Managers (commodity owners), Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Finance. The SOM is the active operations resource ensuring supplier readiness, compliance, and performance as Form scales from NPI into volume production.

Relocation assistance is available. This role requires travel up to 50% of the time.

What you'll do

• Own end-to-end program execution for assigned supplier account(s), covering both new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining phases.
• Serve as Form's primary operational point of contact for assigned suppliers; coordinate across all parts and commodities sourced from the account.
• Partner with Global Supply Managers to align commodity sourcing strategies with supplier-level execution plans and capacity commitments.
• Manage supplier forecast submissions, order status, and capacity reviews; drive adherence to forecast and commitment cadences.
• Own supplier-level data quality and process compliance, including lead times, order status, forecast accuracy, and standardized, high-quality reporting, including regularly refreshed Clear-To-Build (CTB) reports.
• Lead regular supplier program forums, status reviews, and executive summaries with internal stakeholders and supplier leadership.
• Coordinate supplier business reviews (SBRs) and periodic performance assessments; track and escalation supplier-specific risks, shortages, and recovery plans.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality to support first article, change management (ECOs), and supplier corrective actions.
• Coordinate inbound logistics, expedites, and delivery performance with suppliers and internal planning/receiving teams.
• Onboard and train suppliers on Form's data systems, quality reporting, forecast processes, and program requirements.
• Drive resolution of cross-commodity supplier issues that span multiple internal owners.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, with 1-3 years of experience in supply chain operations, supplier management, or manufacturing; or a recent college graduate with internship experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated actions toward becoming a supply chain professional (e.g., coursework, APICS/ASCM or similar certification, relevant projects, or hands‑on supply chain experience).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to supplier sites.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; ability to translate between internal teams and supplier planning organizations.
• Experience with hardware supply chain operations, including forecast management, capacity planning, and supplier performance tracking.
• Proficiencywith ERP/MRP systems and Excel or equivalent data tools.

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