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Aeva is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Global Supply Manager (GSM) to take ownership of the strategic sourcing, supply base management, and overall continuity of supply for critical components and services used in our advanced Lidar systems.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and services critical to our technology
Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, focusing on achieving optimal cost, quality, delivery, and technology roadmap alignment
Conduct comprehensive supplier risk assessments and develop mitigation plans
Manage the full lifecycle of supplier relationships, from initial selection and qualification to ongoing performance management and business reviews
Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives (cost reduction, lead time, on- time delivery, quality)
Act as the primary interface between Aeva Engineering/NPI teams and suppliers for new product introduction (NPI) development and qualification
Work closely with Operations and Planning teams to develop capacity plans and ensure long-term continuity of supply in a dynamic growth environment
Drive 'Design for Manufacturability/Supply Chain' considerations into early product design phases
Establish, manage, and drive annual cost reduction targets for key commodities
Develop and maintain component/service cost roadmaps and market intelligence
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field
8+ years of progressive experience in a Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or Sourcing role
Extensive direct experience managing the sourcing and supply of technical components relevant to high-tech or complex electro-mechanical products
Demonstrated experience in either the Automotive or Consumer Electronics industries, managing high-volume, high-quality component supply chains
Proven ability to independently develop commodity strategies and execute complex, high-stakes negotiations
Strong analytical skills and experience with cost modeling (TCO/Should-Cost)
Nice to have:
Master's degree in a related field
Previous experience in a startup environment and a demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguity and rapid growth
Technical background or direct experience managing components specific to Lidar, optical sensors, or complex sensing systems (e.g., MEMS, ASICs, custom optics, specialized materials)
Experience with global supply chains, including sourcing and managing suppliers in Asia (APAC)
Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO/IATF 16949)