# Strategic Sourcing Manager

**Company**: Shield AI
**Location**: U.S.
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Supply Chain
**Industry**: Aerospace and Defense

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## Description

Help shape the supply chain that powers the future of autonomous systems. In this role, you will lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives, building resilient, high-performing supplier networks that support growth and innovation.

Key responsibilities include:

Identifying, qualifying, and developing a strategic supplier base capable of supporting high-mix, low-to-medium volume production for aerospace and defense applications. Negotiating and managing long-term agreements (LTAs), supplier performance reviews, and cost-reduction initiatives. Leading supplier business reviews and quarterly operating reviews (QBRs) focusing on delivery, quality, cost, and technical capability. Partnering with Supplier development and Engineering to ensure AS9100 compliance, FAI completion, and audit readiness. Collaborating with Engineering to ensure early supplier involvement (ESI) during product development and NPI phases. Working closely with Operations and Program Teams to align material readiness with production schedules and customer milestones. Partnering with Finance and Legal to structure commercial terms, manage supplier liabilities, and ensure compliance with DFARS, ITAR, and export regulations. Supporting supply risk management and business continuity planning across all electronics categories.

## Skills

### Required
- strategic sourcing
- supply chain management
- electronics
- PCBA
- electromechanical commodities
- supplier negotiations
- cost reduction initiatives
- long-term contract management
- electronics manufacturing processes
- PCB fabrication
- SMT assembly
- harness production

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