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Director, Global Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Industrialization Engineering

Director, Global Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Industrialization Engineering

SlopeCosta Mesa, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

As the Director of Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) & Supplier Industrialization Engineering (SIE), you will be responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier development and industrialization efforts to support the company’s global operations and manufacturing goals. You will oversee supplier partnerships, optimize sourcing strategies, and ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions (NPI) and mass production scaling. This is a key leadership role reporting to Sr. Director of GSS & SIE, requiring a balance of strategic vision, technical expertise, and operational execution, and the ability to communicate at all levels.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Strategic Sourcing

Develop and execute global sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain resilience.

  • Identify, assess, and establish partnerships with strategic suppliers aligned with business needs.
  • Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to align sourcing strategies with company objectives.
  • Supplier Industrialization Engineering
  • Ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions (NPI) and mass production scaling.

  • Conduct supplier audits, technical capability assessments, and risk evaluations.
  • Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and delivery.
  • Create and execute supplier industrialization roadmaps to support global scalability.
  • Leadership & Collaboration
  • Build and lead a high-performing team of sourcing professionals and supplier industrialization engineers.

  • Partner with internal stakeholders to drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Resolve supply chain disruptions and mitigate risks across the supplier base.
  • Metrics & Performance Management
  • Track and report key performance metrics, including cost savings, supplier quality (PPM), on-time delivery, and lead time reductions.

  • Develop scalable processes and tools to enhance supplier management, sourcing efficiency, and operational excellence.
  • Align sourcing and industrialization efforts with product line demand
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
  • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or supplier quality and industrialization within a manufacturing environment
  • 5+ years of experience managing a team of technical supply chain professionals, engineers and / or technical project / program managers
  • Experience with specific commodity technical expertise as applicable, e.g., PCBA manufacturing, IPC standards, SMT processing, CAD, GD&T
  • Ability to travel at 20%-50% of the time
  • Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Masters or doctorate degree in engineering or supply chain management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
  • US SALARY RANGE

    $180,000 — $270,000 USD

    The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and / or training, critical skills, and / or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of Anduril\'s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including :

  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits : For U.S. roles, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • Basic Life / AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support : Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources : Free mental health resources 24 / 7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
  • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions : Breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens where available.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
  • The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

    Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we\'d love to hear from you!

    To view Anduril\'s candidate data privacy policy, please visit https : / / anduril.com / applicant-privacy-notice / .

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