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Senior Manager, Electrical Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Industrialization

Senior Manager, Electrical Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Industrialization

AndurilCosta Mesa, CA, US
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Senior Manager, Electrical Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Industrialization

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Job

We are seeking a Senior Manager of Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) & Supplier Industrialization Engineering (SIE), reporting to the Senior Director of GSS & SIE. In this role you will be responsible for leading a team and their strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier development & industrialization efforts to support the company's global operations and manufacturing goals in Electrical commodities (Harnesses, Connectors, PCBAs, Battery, Semiconductor). This role requires strong people management experience, deep technical expertise in electrical manufacturing processes, and the ability to deliver on strategic initiatives. This is an exciting time to join as the team is growing rapidly, offering the opportunity to scale processes, develop talent, and make a significant impact on the organization.

What You'll Do

Strategic Sourcing

  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for Electrical commodities (Harnesses, Connectors, PCBAs, Battery, Semiconductor) to drive cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain resilience.
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers with strong capabilities in Electrical manufacturing.
  • Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to align sourcing strategies with company objectives.

Supplier Industrialization Engineering (SIE)

  • Lead supplier readiness for New Product Introduction (NPI) and ensure seamless transition to mass production.
  • Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) initiatives to optimize performance and cost.
  • Conduct supplier audits, technical assessments, and risk evaluations to ensure capacity and compliance.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance quality, delivery, and efficiency.
  • People Management

  • Build and lead a high-performing team of sourcing professionals and supplier industrialization engineers.
  • Scale the team to meet the organization's fast-paced growth needs, ensuring talent development and retention.
  • Provide mentorship, coaching, and career development opportunities for team members.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and results-driven performance.
  • Performance & Metrics

  • Track and report key metrics, including cost savings, supplier quality (PPM), on-time delivery, and supplier capacity.
  • Develop and implement scalable processes to improve supplier management and operational efficiency.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field (MBA preferred).
  • 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or supplier development roles, with at least 3+ years of people management experience.
  • Experience managing and scaling teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, leading supplier industrialization efforts for NPI and scaling production.
  • Expertise in mechanical and composites categories, including materials, manufacturing processes, and supply chain dynamics.
  • Expertise in manufacturing processes such as soldering, precision crimping, PCBA manufacturing, IPC standards, SMT processing, CAD, GD&T
  • Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven ability to lead supplier industrialization efforts for NPI and scaling production.
  • Proficiency in supplier qualification processes (FAI, PPAP, APQP) and quality management systems (ISO, AS9100).
  • Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools for cost modeling and performance tracking.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • US Salary Range : $152,000 - $228,000 USD

    The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and / or training, critical skills, and / or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including :

  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits : For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI) : Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa : Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
  • Basic Life / AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support : Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources : We provide free mental health resources 24 / 7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
  • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions : For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
  • The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

    Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

    To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https : / / anduril.com / applicant-privacy-notice / .

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