Sr. Global Supply Manager, Powertrain Capex

We are currently seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager for Capital Equipment procurement. The Sr. Global Supply Manager is the key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality, and Manufacturing. They will establish our global supply chain strategy, source suppliers, contracts, and execute to deliver a world-class CapEx program. The role will support our manufacturing and engineering teams in sourcing Capex equipment, including but not limited to manufacturing process equipment for motor and /or battery assembly and R&D/test equipment.

You Will:

• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to develop and execute the supplier CapEx strategy. Align objectives to create a comprehensive CapEx plan that drives cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Create RFQs, review, analyze, and clarify quotations from suppliers and develop sound sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time, and technical considerations.
• Leverage Negotiation to achieve favorable contracts, including equipment pricing, tooling, development, timing, spare parts, and payment terms.
• Work with suppliers and Manufacturing to manage design changes and impacts.
• Manage supplier development and equipment timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production, and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise.
• Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as point of contact for all commercial issues, including internal report-outs summarizing sourcing status, availability, and cost status.
• Ownership of key supplier relationships and activities, both strategic and tactical, through the entire life cycle of company projects, from initial sourcing through development, tooling, and industrialization phases, as well as product launch and ongoing business management.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing during the design phase to ensure manufacturability and capital equipment opportunities are balanced.
• Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews.

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related field required; Master's degree preferred: equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of experience related to capital equipment or product assembly processes in the automotive industry preferred.
• Understanding of automotive assembly processes. Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: general/part assembly, battery assembly, powertrain assembly, body shop, robots, dispense, fastening systems, or paint lines.
• Understanding of manufacturing and quality principles.
• Product launch experience preferred, with a high emphasis on knowledge of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis. The candidate must be one that will actively work with the supplier and manufacturing as the equipment is built, tested, and installed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a team-first mindset that creates a vibrant, cohesive environment to help resolve problems, cascade best practices, and deliver optimal results.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and sense of ownership that leads to effective hands-on execution.
• Creative, calculated risk-taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers, mitigate unforeseen problems, and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff.
• Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities.
• Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively.
• Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).