Manager, Global Supply Management

Lunar Energy • Mountain View, CA

29d

About The Position

As a Senior Global Supply Manager at Lunar Energy, you'll be a strategic leader in our mission to transition homes to 100% clean energy. You'll take ownership of our mechanical and electromechanical commodity strategies, including everything from metals, plastics, and fasteners to custom electromechanical parts. This is a high-impact role where you'll not only manage the supply base but also serve as a key business partner to our engineering and product teams. You'll be responsible for building a robust and resilient global supply chain that directly contributes to our product roadmap and business growth. You'll strategically manage our Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to mitigate global supply chain risks and drive significant reductions in our Cost of Goods Sold (COGs). You will also work closely with the finance team as a strategic business partner. We're looking for a seasoned professional with a passion for sustainability and a proven track record of success in complex, fast-paced environments. Lunar Energy was founded to transition homes to 100% clean energy-making our electricity greener, our air cleaner and our energy more safe, secure and reliable for all. We're a fast-growing, global company building the world's best clean energy products to electrify all homes and connect communities to form clean, resilient virtual power plants.

Requirements

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or supply chain, with a proven focus on mechanical and electromechanical commodities.
• Expertise: Deep domain expertise in one or more of the following: sheet metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, CNC/machined parts, or fasteners.
• Education: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Negotiation Prowess: A demonstrated track record of leading and closing complex, multi-million dollar contracts and commercial agreements.
• Strategic Acumen: The ability to analyze complex data, create sophisticated sourcing strategies, and present a compelling business case to executive stakeholders.
• Influence and Leadership: Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the confidence to influence decisions and challenge the status quo to achieve optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Commodity Strategy: Own the complete sourcing strategy for your assigned commodities, leading the full lifecycle from market analysis and supplier selection to contract negotiation and ongoing performance management.
• Strategically Manage RFQs: Design and implement a framework for the team's RFQ processes, ensuring a structured and effective approach to mitigate supply chain risks and reduce COGs.
• Drive Cost and Value Optimization: Lead should-cost modeling and complex negotiations to deliver significant year-over-year cost improvements while ensuring quality and supply continuity.
• Serve as a Strategic Partner: Work hand-in-hand with our engineering teams to influence product design and technology roadmaps by providing expert insights on supply chain capabilities and market trends. Partner with the finance team to develop business cases, manage budgets, and align on cost-reduction goals.
• Manage High-Stakes Supplier Relationships: Cultivate and maintain executive-level relationships with key suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact for all commercial and operational issues.
• Mitigate Supply Chain Risk: Proactively identify and manage risks related to part availability, lead times, and global market conditions, developing creative solutions to ensure business continuity.
• Provide Leadership and Mentorship: Act as a subject matter expert, guiding junior team members and providing clear, concise updates to senior leadership on supply chain status and strategic progress.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Flexible Paid Time Off plus 10 paid holidays
• Tax deferred 401(k) plan
• Paid parental leave for all full time employees including 12 weeks paid parental leave for the birthing mother and 6 weeks paid parental leave for the non-birthing parent
• Subsidized EV charging and pre-tax commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees