Senior Global Supply Manager, Electromechanical

Form Energy is hiring a highly skilled supply chain professional to develop and execute the sourcing strategy for battery system-level components to be used in Form’s pioneering iron-air battery systems. As part of our GSM team, you will be involved in researching markets, identifying and engaging with suppliers, developing and executing sourcing strategies, and managing key supplier relationships in collaboration with key cross-functional teams.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

This is a hybrid role, which will require working onsite from our office in Berkeley, CA 3+ days per week.

- Own the Electromechanical component category, and build and maintain partnerships with our strategic suppliers to support our next-gen energy storage system scale-up; the Electromechanical category includes complex electrical control panels (i.e. UL508A style), integrated skids & custom power electronic equipment , etc.

- Act as the primary contact with suppliers on contract and pricing negotiations, development and production lead times, escalations and resolution

- Drive commercial cost negotiations with suppliers based on cost-models and analyses of current market conditions to ensure Form receives best-in-class pricing

- Monitor current market conditions and technology roadmaps to proactively identify and address any supply challenges and future-proof our sourcing strategy

- Collaborate closely with Form’s Leadership, Supply Chain, Engineering and Strategic Supply teams to define and drive execution of Form’s Systems sourcing strategy

- At least 5 years of strategic sourcing, category management, or similar applicable experience in a fast-paced, highly fluid environment

- Deep expertise managing procurement for customized electronic assemblies, control panels or wire harnesses for use in in battery systems or other similar products, through distribution channels as well as directly from manufacturers

- Excellent communication skills; experience presenting clear recommendations to leadership to drive strategic and operational decision making

- Ability to travel domestically and internationally approx. 30% of the time

- Bachelors or Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or similar discipline

- Proven track record managing Contract Manufacturers (CMs), including overseeing materials management, production scaling, tracking supplier KPIs, and negotiating Master Services Agreements (MSAs) is a plus.