Lead Supply Chain Commercial Manager (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Lead Supply Chain Commercial Manager (Aerospace): Managing supplier selection and cost negotiation processes for electric aircraft production with an accent on strategic sourcing and contract management. Focus on driving RFx processes, negotiating high-volume supply contracts, and developing productive partnerships with best-in-class suppliers.

Location: San Jose, California, United States. Unable to provide work visa sponsorship.

Salary: $130,800 - $155,000

Company

An aerospace company building all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to advance sustainable air mobility.

What you will do

• Lead the RFx and supplier selection process in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate best-in-class value and costs to ensure production readiness.
• Close contract negotiations to facilitate the transition into the production phase.
• Develop and manage productive business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to improve organizational policies and efficiency.

Requirements

• BS/BA with 8+ years of experience or MBA/MS with 5+ years of experience.
• Expertise in cost negotiation within the Automotive or Aerospace industries.
• In-depth knowledge of high-volume supply contracts.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, highly-regulated environments.
• Strong executive communication and negotiation skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship provided.

Nice to have

• APICS Certification.
• Specialized training in presentation and communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Pay-for-performance culture that rewards contributions to company strategy.
• Inclusive and equitable environment celebrating diversity.
• Opportunity to work on disruptive sustainable transportation technology.
• Exposure to world-class cross-functional leadership.