Senior Global Supply Manager, Battery Materials

About the Role

Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. The company has been recognized by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. With contracts signed with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of iron‑air batteries underway at a high‑volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia, Form Energy is scaling rapidly to deliver energy storage for a better world.

This role owns the development and execution of Form’s global supply chain strategy for critical battery raw materials used in its pioneering iron‑air battery systems. Reporting to the Manager, Global Supply Management (GSM) for Active Battery Materials, you will establish and execute commercial‑scale sourcing strategy for key categories including specialty carbons & catalysts, commodity & specialty chemicals, toll blending & coating, and other raw materials. You will deliver shrewd insights based on a deep understanding of upstream manufacturing processes, market trends, and Form’s requirements, ensuring delivery of quality materials that meet bold performance, cost, and timeline needs. Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Own the battery raw materials category (e.g., specialty carbons & catalysts, commodity & specialty chemicals, toll blending & coating), including commercial relationships and contracts within the supply base and value chain
• Monitor current category market conditions, evaluating capacities, competitive landscapes, technology roadmaps, and supply challenges & opportunities
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Supplier Industrialization, Manufacturing, and Leadership to define and drive execution of Form’s battery materials sourcing strategy
• Negotiate and deliver favorable commercial terms that optimize costs, lead times, and risk
• Ensure Form works with best‑in‑class suppliers and mitigates risks by managing the end‑to‑end sourcing process from supplier identification through RFP, business award, and continuous improvement
• Secure best‑in‑class pricing through detailed price analysis and negotiations, continual cost reductions, cost avoidance, and logistics optimization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, or similar discipline
• 5+ years of relevant category experience in battery raw materials, carbons, or resins, including relevant manufacturing methods and market/pricing dynamics
• 5+ years of sourcing experience including supplier management, running RFXs, and driving continuous improvement in a fluid, fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to generate bottom‑up “should‑cost” models based on an understanding of manufacturing processes; strong spreadsheet proficiency
• Solid understanding of commercial terms, contract structures, and IP concepts
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with ability to ruthlessly prioritize across multiple tasks and projects
• Ability to work in the US and travel globally as necessary, up to 30%

Benefits

Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package. The company covers 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full‑time employees (effective day one) and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. New parents receive at least 12 weeks of paid leave (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies provide time to recharge. Relocation assistance is available.

Pay

Compensation Range: $128,662 – $160,807