Head of Supply Chain

Responsibilities

• Build and Scale the Supply Chain
• Build on ATI's existing supplier base and expand it
• Identify, qualify, and close suppliers across a range of categories, including but not limited to: Electrical components and assemblies, Custom CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication
• Own Prototype → Production
• Drive the transition from early builds to repeatable production
• Work side by side with engineering to push for manufacturable designs
• Make real-time tradeoffs between cost, speed, and quality
• Ensure parts show up when needed so builds don't slip
• Run Procurement and Cost
• Build and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) cost
• Drive cost down as we scale
• Put in place simple, effective systems for ordering and tracking
• Lead Contract Manufacturing
• Select and manage contract manufacturers
• Drive NPI builds and production ramp with external partners
• Hold partners accountable on quality, delivery, and output

Requirements

• 8-15+ years in supply chain, sourcing, or manufacturing
• Scaled hardware from prototype to production
• Know how to source across electrical, CNC, and sheet metal
• Have run or deeply worked with contract manufacturers
• Take ownership of cost, timelines, and outcomes
• Are comfortable making decisions with incomplete information
• Move fast and operate without heavy process

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep supplier network you can activate quickly
• Experience in robotics, automotive, or industrial hardware
• Experience scaling early-stage systems into production