Global Sourcing Manager, Aircraft Composites

About the role

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities through advanced technology. The Global Sourcing Manager, Aircraft Composites is a proactive role focused on securing critical components, materials, and services for Anduril’s products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for composites, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience
• End-to-end responsibility for delivering quality parts, when needed, at the right cost
• Act as the sourcing expert for composites manufacturing
• Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP and strategic sourcing process for composites
• Own the business relationship with external Contract Manufacturing and responsible for continuity of supply, risk management, cost negotiations, and NPI to MP operation execution
• Partner with the Engineering team and Contract Manufacturers to influence technical design specs and customize product and manufacturing requirements
• Perform detailed analysis of quote submissions based on cost breakdown from data. Deep dive into every element of the supply chain and make data-driven decisions based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support prototype requirements, execute against build milestones, and lead sourcing activities
• Influence CM’s manufacturing processes and CapEx and technology decisions
• Negotiate key agreements with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms
• Collaborate internally, negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation and resolve problems, and advance new supplier or product offerings
• Provide strong technical direction within the specific commodities, by evaluating and guiding product strategy throughout the product lifecycle
• Manage and lead the operations effort of developing new and adaptations of existing technologies for Anduril
• Develop & execute commercial agreements to properly reflect the expectations of project, which include fixed and variable costs, lead-times, schedules, manufacturing capacities, etc
• Conduct regular technology reviews to Executive staff and management
• Own the supplier performance management of their respective commodities, which includes key delivery, quality, cost, and innovation metrics
• Act as the primary escalation for their respective commodity

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain commodity management of composites manufacturing, and/or sourcing engineering
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Prior to employment

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

Pay

US Salary Range: $146,000 - $194,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

Anduril offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:

• Health coverage
• Recovery support
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance programs
• Retirement savings plans
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as vision, dental, and wellness programs
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Dependent care assistance programs (DCAPs)
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Parental leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Family and medical leave
• Comprehensive wellness programs
• Discounted gym memberships
• On-site amenities and resources
• Professional networking events and conferences
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
• Technology and professional development resources
• Annual performance reviews and feedback
• Regular check-ins and coaching sessions
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Flexible work arrangements
• Remote work options
• Telecommuting policies
• Job enrichment and growth opportunities
• Continuous learning and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Employee resource groups (ERGs)
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Family-friendly policies
• Employee recognition and awards
• Professional development workshops and seminars
• Wellness programs and resources
• Flexible scheduling and hours
• Flexible vacation and sick leave policies
• Flexible retirement planning options
• Flexible parental leave policies
• Flexible health and wellness programs
• Flexible work-from-home options
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