Sr. Global Supply Manager I

1 month ago
Full-time
Senior
Operations
Samsara

Samsara

Samsara pioneers the Connected Operations Cloud, offering AI safety programs, real-time visibility, and integrations for industries to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability globally.

IT Services
1K-5K
Founded 2015

Description

  • Lead sourcing of electromechanical components including cables, connectors, batteries, and related parts.
  • Act as the primary link between external vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution and supply continuity.
  • Negotiate contracts, implement cost-saving programs, and drive design-for-cost and process improvements to manage the bottom line.
  • Support Joint Design Manufacturing (JDM) by delivering data-driven insights that enable resilient, high-quality, scalable production.
  • Evaluate, develop, and manage the supply base to enable rapid prototype deployment and transition to volume production with partners.
  • Analyze supplier spend and capacity and develop supplier negotiation and engagement strategies to mitigate risk.
  • Conduct market research and maintain working knowledge of industry trends, cost drivers, global pricing, and market conditions.
  • Create should-cost models, provide cost analytics across BOM components and CapEx, and collaborate with vendors on cost-effective solutions.
  • Influence and drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Product teams to identify cost savings and optimize design, materials, and processes.
  • Synthesize and communicate supply chain findings and risks to internal stakeholders and proactively resolve potential sourcing gaps to drive program execution.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in global supply chain and/or strategic sourcing.
  • BS (minimum) in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Advanced analytical skills with expertise in should-costing and leading complex negotiations.
  • Experience working with international supply base partners at executive levels.
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering and Product teams and supporting JDM partners from NPI to scalable production.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and triage complex issues.
  • Ability to dive deep into strategic insights and commodity trends and translate data into executive-ready presentations.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, creative, and strong critical problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous settings.
  • Preferred: hands-on experience with electromechanical commodities such as cables and connectors.

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package including base salary, bonus/variable pay, and restricted stock unit (RSU) awards.
  • Annual base salary range: $111,562.50–$187,500 USD (actual offer may vary by location, experience, and skills).
  • Potential for RSU refresh grants and above-market equity awards for top performers.
  • Employee-led remote and flexible working model with offices available for in-person collaboration.
  • Health benefits for full-time employees.
  • Inclusive workplace with accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

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