Principal Global Sourcing Manager, Critical Minerals & Mining (Germanium)
Ladders · Costa Mesa, CA · 3 days ago
On-sitePurchasing$253k–$336k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Own the commodity strategy focused on supply chain resilience and quality
- Maintain tiered supply chain mapping from end products to raw materials
- Deliver expert market intelligence and weekly updates on conditions
- Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes with suppliers
- Negotiate key agreements considering volatile market dynamics
- Build relationships with suppliers and government bodies
- Manage supplier performance through NPI-to-MP transitions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or a related technical field
- 12+ years of experience in commodity management and strategic sourcing of critical minerals
- Experience managing geopolitically sensitive supply chains
- Willingness to travel up to 50%, including international destinations
- Relocation flexibility to Costa Mesa, CA if not currently local
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package with minimal employee cost
- Support for health and recovery needs
- Access to competitive equity grants
- Focus on employee wellbeing and future growth opportunities