Director, Global Supply Chain Management Job at Aeva Inc., Mountain View, CA

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  • Aeva Inc.
  • Mountain View, CA

Job Description

About us:

Aeva’s mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, security, and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position, allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.

 

Role Overview:

As Director of Global Supply Chain Management (GSM), you will assume a leadership position responsible for developing and executing the sourcing and supplier strategy and overseeing the commercial execution and supply chain management for the development and production of next-generation sensing and perception systems in a publicly listed, high growth technology company. This includes overseeing both sourcing and materials supply chain management for all commodities. You will play a key role in strategic deals and contract negotiations with suppliers, particularly for high-volume automotive and industrial electronics applications. Additionally, you will work closely with automotive suppliers and manage automotive launch processes, including PPAP and others. You will lead CM materials execution in support of volume production for both CM-managed and consigned materials including shortage management, lead-time, MOQ, inventory, and buffer strategies.

What you'll be doing:

  • Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies to ensure suppliers can meet the technical and business requirements.
  • Lead commercial discussions and negotiate strategic deal terms, including intellectual property (IP) rights.
  • Oversee and manage relationships with contract manufacturers for high-volume electronics products.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to influence decisions and align technical specifications through RFIs, ERS, SOWs, and other relevant documents.
  • Conduct cost structures cost engineering exercise and should-cost analysis to optimize sourcing decisions.
  • Utilize your executive network to establish strong relationships with electrical component suppliers.
  • Negotiate complex IP and supply agreements with global suppliers.
  • Lead day-to-day execution of materials with CM partners.

What you'll have:

  • In-depth technical knowledge of commodity management for semiconductors, optics, electronics, and electrical components.
  • Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally to drive alignment on technical specifications and documents.
  • Proven expertise in cost structures and should-cost analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience driving materials procurement, CM delivery, and inventory management.
  • Extensive experience in negotiating complex IP and supply agreements with global suppliers.
  • Familiarity with automotive supplier qualification processes, including PPAP and other launch procedures.
  • Strong interest in technology and operations, with a thirst for knowledge and ability to learn quickly.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering-related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in commodity and materials management.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% based on business needs.

What's in it for you:

  • Be part of an fast paced and dynamic team
  • Very competitive compensation and meaningful equity
  • Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
  • Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecard

Salary Range

$194,600—$263,400 a year

Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges are subject to change in the future. Depending on the position offered, equity, bonus, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts, 401k plan, life and disability benefits, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and 11 paid holidays annually.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Contract work, Flexible hours,

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