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Anduril Industries · 1 day ago

Strategic Sourcing Manager, PCB/PCBA

Costa Mesa, CA

Contract

Onsite

Mid Level

$129K/yr - $171K/yr

3+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The Strategic Sourcing Manager, PCB/PCBA will develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships for PCB/PCBA commodities, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and execute commodity strategies for PCB/PCBA and subassemblies, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience

End-to-end responsibility for delivering quality parts, when needed, at the right cost

Act as the sourcing expert for PCB/PCBA and subassemblies manufacturing

Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP and strategic sourcing process for PCB/PCBA and subassemblies

Own the business relationship with external Contract Manufacturing and responsible for continuity of supply, risk management, cost negotiations, and NPI to MP operation execution

Partner with the Engineering team and Contract Manufacturers to influence technical design specs and customize product and manufacturing requirements

Perform detailed analysis of quote submissions based on cost breakdown from data. Deep dive into every element of the supply chain and make data-driven decisions based on TCO

Work closely with cross-functional teams to support prototype requirements, execute against build milestones, and lead sourcing activities

Influence CM’s manufacturing processes and CapEx and technology decisions

Negotiate key agreements with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms

Collaborate internally, negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation and resolve problems, and advance new supplier or product offerings

Provide strong technical direction within the specific commodities, by evaluating and guiding product strategy throughout the product lifecycle

Manage and lead the operations effort of developing new and adaptations of existing technologies for Anduril

Develop & execute commercial agreements to properly reflect the expectations of project, which include fixed and variable costs, lead-times, schedules, manufacturing capacities, etc

Conduct regular technology reviews to Executive staff and management

Own the supplier performance management of their respective commodities, which includes key delivery, quality, cost, and innovation metrics

Act as the primary escalation for their respective commodity

Qualification

PCB/PCBA sourcingSupply chain managementTCO analysisContract negotiationCross-functional collaborationStrategic thinkingLeadershipCommunicationTeam playerProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field

3+ years of experience in supply chain category management of printed circuit board assembly and electronics manufacturing, and/or sourcing engineering

Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or related industry

Well-versed in TCO analysis to ensure data-driven analytics tied to component and supplier selection, in a product-based ecosystem

Strategic thinker, experienced putting together commodities strategy/roadmap with key engineering stakeholders

Proven leadership in driving and influencing other teams to a common goal. You know how to effectively communicate and collaborate cross functionally and with all levels within an organization

Can wear different hats and it a strong team player to help your team move forward

You are fluent in other cross functional areas to fill gaps and remove roadblocks when needed

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.