Supply Chain Program Manager Lead

XWING; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 124,600 - 213,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

XWING is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager Lead in San Carlos, CA, to manage high-visibility programs within the Supply Chain organization. This role includes ensuring timely execution of projects, developing mitigation strategies, and leading a growing team of supply chain professionals.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years in project or program management within a manufacturing organization, alongside superior analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of project/program management or supply chain experience in a fluid environment.
• Experience in manufacturing is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a growing team of supply chain program managers.
• Track supply chain readiness across programs/products.
• Develop mitigation strategies with cross-functional teams.
• Lead continuous improvement of program management processes.
• Define and implement project requirements and workflows.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Data analysis

Influencing stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Job description

Supply Chain Program Manager Lead

Job Locations: US-CA-San Carlos

ID: 2026-4701

Company Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

In this role, you will function as a key liaison between the Supply Chain organization and internal stakeholders, including Joby's Executive Teams, Engineering, and Manufacturing. The Program Manager Lead will collaborate closely with their Supply Chain team members, including Global Supply Managers and Supplier Industrialization Engineers across all commodities on behalf of Supply Chain leadership. The Program Manager Lead will work closely with the core Program/Project team to manage high-visibility, high-value programs, applying program/project management skills to ensure the timely and efficient execution of projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a growing team of supply chain program managers to direct cross-functional supply chain activities.
• Track and deliver progress across programs/products on supply chain readiness.
• Develop mitigation strategies working with cross-functional teams and drive actions.
• Lead the team in continuous improvement of program management processes.
• Create and maintain OKRs for Supply Chain Organization.
• Define, implement, and drive execution of project requirements, workflows, and plans.
• Develop robust systems to track the progress of critical path readiness across our global supply chain.
• Collect information and generate presentations to clearly and concisely communicate risk to the executive team.
• Develop timelines to plan out part readiness against program timing and develop relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure a steady flow of information.
• Understand a broad range of manufacturing processes, both at suppliers and internally, to better identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Represent the Supply Chain team for risk mitigation and escalation discussions with the Executive team, in collaboration with the Commodity Group Manager.
• Understand the sourcing process and drive the team for timing and execution accountability.

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management (MBA or other advanced degree is a plus).
• At least 8 years of project/program management or strategic, supply chain experience in a fast-paced, highly fluid environment; experience in a manufacturing organization strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated, applied experience delivering complex programs and projects.
• Superior analytical skills and the ability to use data and metrics to justify business decisions; knowledge of Microsoft Power BI is a plus.
• Experience developing succinct, crisp executive summaries and presenting to leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment to achieve business objectives. Ability to work independently in an ambiguous environment.
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise, and problem solve.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders: Programs, Design, Global Supply Management, Supplier Industrialization, Planning, Logistics, New Program Introduction, and Finance.

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $124,600 - $213,800 per year. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.