Senior Director of Strategic Supply Chain

Boston Dynamics•Waltham, MA

About The Position

As the Senior Director of Strategic Supply Chain, you will lead the development, implementation, and management of global sourcing strategies designed to provide Boston Dynamics with optimal flexibility, quality, and supply assurance. This is a "Best Practice" leadership role that demands a balance of high-level strategy and tactical execution. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of supply, from navigating complex geopolitical sourcing shifts and government subsidy landscapes to ensuring high-precision material delivery to our manufacturing lines. You must possess the ability to think both strategically and tactically, operate independently, and drive business continuity in an ever-changing global environment.

Requirements

12+ years of experience creating and maintaining efficient global supply chains for complex electro-mechanical components and assemblies.
MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Economics, or a related field.
Proven ability to navigate international trade policies and a seasoned understanding of how to integrate government incentives into the supply chain P&L.
Demonstrated success in building business continuity frameworks for high-tech, fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Seasoned understanding of electronic components, managing EOLs (End of Life), and long-lead time challenges.
Ability to drive results within a cross-functional, highly collaborative environment.
Can articulate complex tradeoffs to executive leadership while remaining "hands-on" when the mission requires it.
A track record of taking calculated risks and maintaining discipline in a development process that is constantly evolving.
Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Design and implement a robust, portable, and scalable global supply chain.
Develop sourcing strategies that de-risk our dependency on volatile regions and emphasize long-term "friend-shoring" or near-shoring opportunities.
Proactively identify and leverage government subsidy strategies (e.g., CHIPS Act, R&D credits, and green energy incentives) to offset capital expenditures and drive regional manufacturing advantages.
Lead the design and execution of a global Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
Identify Tier 2/3 vulnerabilities and implement "antifragile" protocols to ensure supply remains uninterrupted by natural disasters, trade wars, or market shifts.
Organize and grow a world-class team consisting of Commodity Managers, NPI Sourcing, and Demand Planning.
Lead supplier selections and execute RFPs for complicated electro-mechanical assemblies.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and MOQs that protect Boston Dynamics’ interests while fostering deep, collaborative vendor partnerships.
Partner with R&D, Engineering, and Quality to identify supply risks and cost opportunities early in the product design phase.
Participate in long-range planning and budget development.
Establish workflows in collaboration with IT to enhance real-time visibility across the supply network.