Materials Manager, Transformers

Brief Overview

The Materials Manager for Transformers oversees the material flow for transformer production, including metal tanks, core & coil, dielectric oil, and assembly components. This role involves managing materials planning and scheduling, inventory and stock management, lead time and risk management, and global planning and tariff management.

Responsibilities

• BOM & Materials Planning
• Own BOM accuracy and structure for transformer products
• Translate production schedule into materials requirements (MRP)
• Manage engineering changes (ECO) impact on existing transformer inventory and open orders
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) - ensure long-lead components are ordered early enough
• Scheduling & Capacity
• Build and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) for the transformer line
• Coordinate build schedules with tank fabricators, core & coil winders, and final assembly contract manufacturers
• Participate in S&O/P demand planning
• Inventories & Stock Management
• Own inventory strategy
• Manage kitting and staging for transformer build and final assembly stations
• Track inventory health: turns, E&O inventory, and cycle count accuracy
• Lead Time & Risk Management
• Manage lead times and allocation for long-lead transformer items
• Make allocation calls during component shortages
• Identify and mitigate single-source, capacity, and geopolitical risks
• Global Planning & Tariff Management
• Coordinate materials flow and inventory visibility across contract manufacturers and Giga facilities
• Own tariff and trade compliance planning
• Evaluate sourcing and inventory strategies to manage tariff cost impact
• Manage logistics and expediting decisions

Requirements

• 7+ years in materials management, production planning, or supply chain, preferably in transformer, electrical equipment, or heavy industrial manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with BOM management, MRP/ERP systems, and master scheduling
• Experience managing long lead-time materials such as core steel, magnet wire, custom tank fabrication
• Working knowledge of tariff classification and trade compliance (Section 301/232, USMCA, HTS)
• Experience coordinating materials across multiple sites, including offshore contract manufacturers
• Strong analytical skills - comfortable building inventory, capacity, and risk models
• Ability to read BOMs, drawings, and specifications to support planning decisions
• Strong communication skills - able to work cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Operations

Benefits

• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commute benefits
• Team on-sites where all offices come in-person to collaborate

Equal Opportunity Employer

Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.