Principal Global Sourcing Manager, Battery Pack (High Voltage Systems)

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$253,000–$336,000 / yr
Posted
48 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Principal Global Sourcing Manager, Battery Pack (High Voltage Systems)

As the Principal Global Sourcing Manager, Battery Pack (High Voltage Systems), you will serve as the primary domain expert for battery commodities. You will be responsible for developing and executing commodity strategies focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience for both new and existing products. Your daily responsibilities include leading RFI/RFQ/RFP processes, managing business relationships with Contract Manufacturers, performing detailed TCO analyses, and negotiating commercial agreements regarding pricing, warranty, and manufacturing capacity. You will collaborate with engineering teams to influence technical design specifications and manage supplier performance metrics. The role requires expertise in battery manufacturing sourcing and supply chain management within a high-tech environment. Required skills include proficiency in data-driven decision making, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to navigate complex procurement requirements for critical power components in advanced technology systems.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute commodity strategies for batteries focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience.
  • Lead the RFI/RFQ/RFP process and strategic sourcing activities for battery components and manufacturing.
  • Manage business relationships with Contract Manufacturers to ensure continuity of supply, risk management, and production execution.
  • Perform detailed TCO analysis on quote submissions to make data-driven decisions regarding component and supplier selection.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, delivery, and service terms.
  • Partner with engineering teams to influence technical design specifications and customize manufacturing requirements.
  • Oversee supplier performance management by tracking key metrics for delivery, quality, cost, and innovation.
  • Provide technical direction and conduct regular technology reviews for executive leadership regarding battery product lifecycles.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 12+ years of experience in supply chain commodity management for battery manufacturing or sourcing engineering.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
  • Ability to relocate to Costa Mesa, CA if not already local.
  • Preferred degree in electrical or electronics engineering.
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, or high-tech industries is preferred.
  • Proficiency in TCO analysis for data-driven component and supplier selection.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance.

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