Global Supply Manager- NPI
A technology defense manufacturer is looking to hire a GSM- NPI based out of their site in San Mateo, CA. Please see details below:
Role: Global Supply Manager - NPI
Location: San Mateo, CA
Work Model: On-Site 3 days per week
Compensation: $160,000 to $230,000
Responsibilities
- Develop commodity and technology sourcing strategies for NPI and sustaining programs.
- Serve as the liaison between engineering and supply chain for supplier and component selection.
- Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and business award decisions.
- Manage supplier relationships, performance, capacity, quality, and cost.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through should-cost analysis and market intelligence.
- Build and maintain sourcing roadmaps, forecasts, and supplier development plans.
- Support tooling investments, capacity planning, and financial forecasting.
Target Commodity Expertise
- CNC Machining
- Injection Molding
- Die Castings
- Metal Extrusions
- Fasteners
- Composites
- Metal Stamping & Forming
- Motors
- Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR)
- Precision Mechanical Components
Ideal Background
- Strong NPI sourcing experience in aerospace, robotics, drones, consumer electronics, or advanced manufacturing.
- Expertise in supplier development, cost modeling, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing.
- Experience managing tooling, supplier capacity, and manufacturing process technologies.
- Knowledge of ESI (Early Supplier Involvement), supplier agreements (MSA, SOW, NDA), and sourcing best practices.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
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