Develop and execute commodity strategies for sensors/mission systems focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience

End-to-end responsibility for delivering quality parts, when needed, at the right cost

Act as the sourcing expert for sensors/mission systems manufacturing

Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP and strategic sourcing process for sensors/mission systems

Own the business relationship with external Contract Manufacturing and responsible for continuity of supply, risk management, cost negotiations, and NPI to MP operation execution

Partner with the Engineering team and Contract Manufacturers to influence technical design specs and customize product and manufacturing requirements

Perform detailed analysis of quote submissions based on cost breakdown from data. Deep dive into every element of the supply chain and make data-driven decisions based on TCO

Work closely with cross-functional teams to support prototype requirements, execute against build milestones, and lead sourcing activities

Influence CM’s manufacturing processes and CapEx and technology decisions

Negotiate key agreements with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms

Collaborate internally, negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation and resolve problems, and advance new supplier or product offerings

Provide strong technical direction within the specific commodities, by evaluating and guiding product strategy throughout the product lifecycle

Senior Category Manager, Sensors/Mission Systems

Responsibilities

Qualification

Required

Preferred

Benefits

Company

Anduril Industries

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