Waabi · 5 days ago
Global Supply Manager - EDS
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
4+ years expWaabi is an AI company focused on developing self-driving technology, founded by AI pioneer Raquel Urtasun. The Global Supply Manager will be responsible for managing the supply chain for Electrical Distribution Systems, including supplier negotiations and cost modeling strategies to support Waabi's AI-first approach.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Be a part of the Global Supply Chain Team building a supply base supporting an AI-first approach to enable safe self-driving at scale
Responsible for end-to-end Supply Chain of EDS (Electrical Distribution System) HW within Waabi Drive
Own contractual negotiations with suppliers on behalf of Waabi (Supply - Agreements/NDAs/Terms and conditions/SOWs)
Create strategies for cost modeling & reductions, risk mitigation & introducing new technologies/processes through market intelligence
Develop HW Roadmaps and analyze market trends
Manage various indirect categories of spend including but not limited to Facilities & SaaS
Head the RFP & RFQ processes and coordinate the supplier selection with a TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) model
Continuously review and update applicable BOMs to ensure accurate lead times, pricing and sources for assigned categories
Issue Purchase Orders in accordance with Waabi Procurement Policies
Actively identify and implement process improvements & documentation for the Global Supply Chain Team
Track open Supply Chain issues, solutions and drive each to closure
Qualification
Required
MS/MBA/JD or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering and/or similar fields of study
4+ years of Supply Chain Experience including new production introduction & contract negotiations
Background in supplier relationship management
Experience in working with international suppliers
Proficient in Google Workspace
Expertise in Source-to-Pay processes including tooling such as PLM, ERP, CLM, Inventory and Procurement systems
Able to travel up 30% of the time to other Waabi offices and Supplier manufacturing sites across the globe
Adherence to high ethical standards and integrity
Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others
Passionate about self-driving technologies, solving hard problems, and creating innovative solutions
Preferred
Experience in the Autonomous or Electric Vehicle Industry
Benefits
Competitive compensation and equity awards
Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only)
Unlimited Vacation
Flexible hours and Work from Home support
Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office)
Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually
Company
Waabi
Waabi is pioneering Physical AI starting with autonomous trucking.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$283.04MKey Investors
Volvo Group Venture CapitalKhosla Ventures
2024-06-18Series B· $200.48M
2023-01-18Series Unknown
2021-06-08Series A· $82.55M
Leadership Team
Raquel Urtasun
Founder & CEO
Lior Ron
COO
Recent News
Calgary Herald
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2025-12-13
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