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Global Supply Manager - Electronics

Global Supply Manager - Electronics

The Rundown AI, Inc.Palo Alto, CA, US
22 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

San Jose, CA

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general-purpose humanoid. Our Humanoid is designed for corporate tasks targeting labor shortages and jobs that are undesirable or unsafe. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days / week in-office collaboration.

We're looking for a Global Supply Manager to own commercial relationships with our suppliers and manufacturing partners. You'll be responsible for setting up our supply chain, helping determine where we manufacture the robots, and how we scale from prototype to production volumes.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for electronic components, including connectivity, power modules, and custom electronics, identifying and qualifying new suppliers worldwide.
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, cost drivers, and emerging technologies in electronics manufacturing.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing, terms, and service levels.
  • Manage supplier relationships, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Procurement

  • Oversee the procurement process for electronic components and assemblies, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Manage purchase orders, track shipments, and resolve any supply chain disruptions.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, quality) to ensure part specifications and requirements are met.
  • Supply Chain Management

  • Optimize inventory levels to balance cost, lead time, and demand variability for electronic components.
  • Implement supply chain risk mitigation strategies, including supplier diversification, buffer stock, and alternative sourcing options for critical electronic parts.
  • Monitor supplier performance, track key metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Cost Management

  • Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across the electronics supply chain.
  • Analyze cost data, negotiate pricing, and optimize procurement processes to achieve cost savings targets.
  • Quality Management

  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal quality teams to ensure electronics component and assembly quality meets or exceeds company standards (e.g., IPC standards, reliability).
  • Participate in supplier audits and quality reviews, especially for electronics manufacturing processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement in supplier quality performance.
  • Others

  • Negotiate long-term deals and supply agreements which will let us build our humanoid robot.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineering and manufacturing, to align sourcing activities with the company's product development and production timelines.
  • Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in supply chain development or sourcing management, specifically with electronics.
  • Hands-on experience with many of the following : wire harness manufacturing, connectors, sensor technologies, power electronics, and custom electronics.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel internationally 25%+.
  • Bonus Qualifications

  • Previous work at a startup or on a very lean team.
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