Global Supply Manager, Battery

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for battery cells (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic) and pack‑level components, including structural, thermal, and electromechanical subassemblies.
• Work with a cross‑functional team to identify, qualify, and onboard cell and pack suppliers.
• Lead RFX, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations across global regions, covering all commercial aspects of the supply chain.
• Drive supplier footprint decisions aligned with cost, capacity, and geopolitical risk.
• Market Intelligence:
  Stay ahead of industry trends from raw material to technology roadmap and competitive intelligence.

• Own should‑cost models for cells and packs, driving costs down through design collaboration, process optimization, and commercial negotiations.
• Define tooling strategies, capacity investments, and ramp plans with suppliers.
• Balance prototype speed with production scalability without burning bridges or budgets.
• Support NPI from early design through mass production, managing prototypes for test assembly, functionality, and performance validation.
• Partner with engineering teams to influence DFX and reduce cost and lead time at both the cell and pack level.
• Source and manage prototype, pilot, and production suppliers while meeting aggressive timelines.
• Own supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
• Lead capacity planning, dual‑sourcing, and risk mitigation for long‑lead and critical battery components.
• Resolve supply disruptions decisively and prevent repeats.

• Act as the supply chain owner for battery cell and pack systems.
• Communicate sourcing strategies, risks, and trade‑offs clearly to technical and executive teams.
• Operate with urgency, data, and accountability in a fast‑moving environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Experience with batteries at both the pack level and cell level (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic).
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain development, or sourcing management.
• Strong understanding of NPI support and scaling production in hardware‑focused companies, through mass production.
• Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Able and willing to travel internationally and domestically approximately 25% of the time.

• Experience in robotics, EV, automotive, or high‑volume electromechanical/battery products.
• Previous work at a startup or on a very lean team.
• Comfortable working directly with drawings, BOMs, and cost breakdowns.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is between $140,000 - $220,000 annually.

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.