Global Supply Manager - PCBA
About The Position
Agility Robotics is hiring a Global Supply Manager – PCBA to lead global sourcing and commodity strategy for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and related electronic assemblies used in its humanoid platforms. This is a senior, individually owned commodity role responsible for supplier selection, cost management, supplier performance, supply assurance, cost competitiveness, and scalability across development and production phases. The manager will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product teams to influence design decisions, improve cost efficiency, and build a resilient, high-performance supply chain. The position is hybrid and based out of the company’s Fremont office. Domestic and international travel of up to 35% may be required. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering; a general business or supply chain degree is not a substitute.
- At least 8 years of procurement or supply-chain experience, including at least 5 years focused specifically on PCBA or electronics commodity management.
- Strong working knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT, wave solder, potting, coating, and testing.
- Ability to independently read schematics, BOMs, and DFM/DFT requirements.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 35%.
- Current authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree (MBA or MS).
- Proven experience managing global electronics suppliers and contract manufacturers (CMs/ODMs).
- Deep experience in should-cost analysis, cost modeling, and supplier cost breakdowns.
- Familiarity with NPI processes, change management, and engineering collaboration in a product development environment.
- Skills in negotiation, supplier performance management, and long-term strategic sourcing.
- Experience using MRP/ERP systems and supplier management tools.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for PCBAs and related electronic assemblies, including sensors, power electronics, and control systems.
- Collaborate early with Engineering to influence component selection, ensure DFM/DFT compliance, and align cost, performance, and manufacturability.
- Identify, select, and qualify suppliers across global regions, evaluating technical capability, quality systems, and scalability.
- Build and maintain supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery.
- Use cost modeling and clean-sheet analysis to establish cost transparency and drive competitive pricing.
- Negotiate supplier agreements covering pricing, terms, quality standards, and delivery performance.
- Drive cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives through design optimization and sourcing leverage.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by ensuring PCBAs are sourced and ready in line with program schedules and targets.
- Develop and maintain supply risk assessments and business continuity strategies for critical PCBA suppliers.
- Collaborate with CMs, JDMs, and ODMs to ensure components are sourced on time, on cost, and on spec per the Supplier Plan of Record (SPOR).
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with a 6% company match.
- Company stock options.
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short- and long-term disability insurance for employees.
- Benefits eligibility beginning on the first day of employment.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, for exempt employees.
- For non-exempt employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
- Catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks and refreshments at Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
- Paid parental leave programs.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
- Relocation assistance for eligible roles.
- Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
