Sr. Global Supply Manager, Battery and Raw Materials (Starlink)

• Develop deep expertise in battery cell chemistries, materials (anodes, cathodes, electrolytes, separators, current collectors), and manufacturing processes to qualify suppliers and resolve technical supply issues

• Manage sourcing and risk for critical battery raw materials and compounds (lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, silicon, manganese, lithium salts, electrolytes, etc.), including price volatility, geopolitical constraints, and ethical/sustainability requirements

• Evaluate and qualify battery cell manufacturers and material suppliers on technical capabilities such as cell performance (energy density, cycle life, safety), production yield, quality systems, and scalability.

• Drive supply chain strategies for battery-specific challenges including long-lead custom cells, cell-to-pack integration components, and emerging technologies

• Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices

• Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals to adjust incoming material

• Track high-risk components and ongoing supplier delivery performance

• Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership

• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs

• Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed and efficiency

• Perform onsite reviews of vendor capabilities

• Author contract documents with the legal department and ensure that vendors comply with all agreements.

• Negotiate with suppliers to maximize value and cost savings while lowering risk

• Advanced degree and 9+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor's degree and 11+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 15+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:

• Engineering

• Purchasing

• Contract negotiation

• Material or production planning

• Operations or supply chain management

• Material cost control

• Master production scheduling

• Capital equipment sourcing

• Experience with MRP or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, as well as, managing bill of materials, work orders, and purchase orders

• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environments

• Capability to prioritize multiple on-going projects

• Strong track record for achieving results; must be able to reference wins and quantify impact

• Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL, and PowerBI

• Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, waterjet, laser cutters, sheet metal fabrication, etc.

• Familiar with common material finishes and coatings, including paint, powder coat, anodize, heat treatment, etc.

• American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) certification, Six Sigma certification, or similar certifications

• Effective written and verbal communications skills, with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel

• Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries

• History of self-learning & application of newly learned tools & techniques

• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

• Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours

• Ability to travel: up to 20-50% of work week

• Must be able to work onsite in Redmond, WA. Remote work not considered.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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