Supply Chain Manager - Rare Earth Metals

We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager - Rare Earth Metals to join our team. As a key member of our supply chain organization, you will be responsible for developing and executing a global sourcing strategy for Rare Earth Elements (REE) and permanent magnets (NdFeB).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy for REE and permanent magnets.
• Identify, vet, and onboard upstream miners, midstream refiners, and downstream magnet manufacturers.
• Negotiate multi-year Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) to secure volume guarantees and price stability.
• Collaborate with Engineering to understand technical specifications and potential substitutions for heavy rare earths.
• Monitor global geopolitical trends, trade policies, and export controls that impact REE availability.
• Develop 'China Plus One' strategies to diversify the supply chain and reduce dependency on single-region sourcing.
• Create contingency plans and buffer stock strategies to protect against sudden market disruptions.
• Ensure all suppliers adhere to strict Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.
• Implement traceability protocols (e.g., blockchain or audited chain of custody) to ensure metals are mined and processed ethically.
• Partner with recycling firms to develop 'circular economy' initiatives for recovering rare earths from end-of-life components.
• Conduct deep-dive market analysis on REE pricing indices and supply-demand balances.
• Manage total cost of ownership (TCO) models, including raw material indexing (RMI) and currency fluctuations.
• Provide regular briefings to executive leadership on supply chain health and cost projections.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Mining Engineering, Geology, Chemical Engineering, or International Business.
• 7+ years in global procurement or supply chain management, with at least 3 years specifically focused on metals, minerals, or complex chemical commodities.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the 'Mine-to-Magnet' value chain and the specific processing challenges of lanthanides.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Existing relationships with major REE producers and processors globally.
• Familiarity with the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) standards.