Global Supply Chain Manager

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate global suppliers; negotiate and execute contracts with strategic partners to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices
• Drive total cost optimization (base cost, tariffs, transportation, quality, lead time) in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Analyze market trends, lead times, and material risks to ensure build readiness and minimize production disruptions through appropriate risk-buy strategies
• Develop and execute an international logistics strategy—including routing guides, shipping mode selection, and customs clearance processes
• Build tools and processes to provide visibility into sourcing, material readiness, cost impact, cost reduction opportunities, risk analysis, and supplier performance
• Track and report on KPIs including cost, delivery times, inventory turnover, and supplier performance
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, NPI, operations, and leadership to align supply chain strategy with business objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, logistics, business, or a related field (Master's preferred); experience sourcing electrical power products is a strong plus
• 3+ years of combined experience in supply chain, program management, or engineering, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Background in new technology or NPI-stage supply chain, ideally in a startup environment
• Experience working with electrical systems, power electronics, or similar hardware in a manufacturing or production context
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills—written, verbal, and visual
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects across organizational lines
• Ability to prioritize effectively under pressure and adapt quickly to change
• Willingness to travel up to 20%, including internationally

Pay Disclosure & Benefits

Compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

• Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k retirement savings plan through Empower
• Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays
• Commuter Benefits
• 100% paid maternal leave (12 weeks) and paternal leave (6 weeks)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Amperesand is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.