Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

The Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering supports engineering and production teams with the development and execution of sourcing plans. As the Manager, Product Sourcing Engineering, you will be responsible for managing a team of sourcing engineers and subcontract managers who will be the central point of contact for all supply chain needs in the product development process internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and support. Hire world-class talent to continue the rapid expansion of the existing team.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with overall business goals, aiming for supply continuity, quality, efficiency, and cost optimization while enabling the business to scale significantly.
• Negotiate complex commercial terms with suppliers directly to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
• Collaborate with other supply chain experts across the company to develop and execute supply chain best practices.
• Collaborate internally with key cross-functional leadership teams to negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation, and resolve problems proactively.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance. Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain health and drive improvements.
• Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development via activities such as collaborating closely with other Product Support Engineers (PSEs) on strategic supply chain visions, proactively resolving supplier issues, and driving relevant localization initiatives.
• Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with suppliers with high flexibility.
• Manage the CAPEX throughout NPI.
• Conduct value-stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility.
• Complete the BOM risk assessment, including alternate component sourcing.
• Ensure completion of all component qualifications, ahead of production.
• Reduce complexity: commonality optimization & component/supplier rationalization.
• Lead all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms-up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle.
• Manage ad-hoc cost issues, e.g., tariffs/import export cost, and cost inflation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field.
• 6+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, specifically in a supply chain or production-related role focused on complex mechanical and/or electrical assembly.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership position.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Ability to relocate, if not already local, to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field.
• Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or another related industry.
• Proven leadership in driving and influencing large teams toward common goals.
• Strong team player who can adapt to different roles to support team progress, including individual contributor tasks while managing a small team.

Benefits

Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including a comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) that ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.