Senior Manager, Global Supply Management
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Before you apply
SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationMountain View, CA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentSupply Chain
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedJul 28, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live1d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Jul 28, 202664% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ daysNo pay range listed, though California requires one
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10+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or global supply management experience within high-technology manufacturing
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
Experience leading and developing Global Supply Managers, Commodity Managers, or Strategic Sourcing professionals
Experience sourcing complex hardware in one or more of: Silicon Photonics, Optics, Lasers, Semiconductors, Electronics, Precision Mechanical Components, and Contract Manufacturing
Proven experience leading complex global sourcing initiatives from concept through production
Strong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated success negotiating multi-million-dollar global supply agreements
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and supplier economics
Expertise in should-cost analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO), clean-sheet costing, and value engineering
Strong understanding of supply chain risk management, business continuity planning, and supplier diversification
Experience supporting automotive, industrial, robotics, consumer electronics, or other high-reliability products
Excellent executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills
MBA or Master's degree preferred
Experience supporting automotive APQP, PPAP, and product launch processes
Familiarity with semiconductor foundries, OSATs, silicon photonics manufacturing, precision optics, and advanced electronics supply chains
Experience building supply chains from early development through production scale
Knowledge of international trade, tariffs, logistics, and global manufacturing ecosystems
Demonstrated ability to influence executive decision-making through data-driven commercial recommendations
Strong track record of leveraging supplier innovation to create competitive advantage and accelerate product development
Willingness to travel internationally up to 20% based on business needs
Skills
RFIs
RFQs
should-cost analysis
total cost of ownership (TCO)
clean-sheet costing
value engineering
About Aeva
At Aeva, we’re building the next generation of perception systems through our breakthrough 4D LiDAR-on-chip technology. By integrating key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics platform, Aeva delivers industry-leading sensing capabilities that enable autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, robotics, and next-generation mobility applications.
As we scale from product development into global production, supply chain becomes a strategic differentiator. We’re looking for an experienced supply chain leader to build resilient supplier ecosystems, drive commercial excellence, and help bring Aeva’s next-generation products to market.
Role Overview
Aeva is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Supply Management to lead the strategic sourcing and commercial management of all hardware commodities supporting our LiDAR platforms.
This leader will own the end-to-end supply strategy across multiple technologies including: Electronics (PCBAs, EE components), Mechanical components, Electromechanical assemblies, Silicon Photonics, Lasers and Optical Components, Semiconductors and ICs. Precision Manufacturing, and Contract Manufacturing Partners.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical understanding with exceptional commercial judgment and supplier relationship management. They will partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, and Program Management to ensure Aeva launches industry-leading products with the right technology, cost structure, capacity, quality, and supply resilience.
This role is instrumental in building Aeva’s global supply chain foundation as the company scales into automotive, industrial, and high-volume production environments.
What You’ll Do:
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Develop and execute sourcing strategies supporting current products and future technology roadmaps. Lead supplier selection through RFIs, RFQs, technical evaluations, and commercial negotiations.
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Lead supply chain contract negotiations for: Master Supply Agreements (MSAs), Long-Term Supply Agreements (LTSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Pricing Agreements, Tooling Agreements, Capacity Reservations, Development Agreements, IP-related commercial terms, and Contract Manufacturing Agreements
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Cost Leadership & Product Cost Management including Product Cost targets from development through Start of Production (SOP) and lifecycle production as well as multi-generation cost roadmaps supporting future product competitiveness.
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Supply Chain Resilience & Risk Management with appropriate dual sourcing, geographic diversification, and risk mitigation strategies. Evaluate supplier financial health, manufacturing readiness, capacity constraints, and geopolitical risks.
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Supplier Relationship Management including Periodic Business Reviews (such as QBRs), executive business reviews, and supplier performance management.
What you have:
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
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10+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or global supply management experience within high-technology manufacturing.
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Experience leading and developing Global Supply Managers, Commodity Managers, or Strategic Sourcing professionals.
•
Experience sourcing complex hardware in one or more of the following: Silicon Photonics, Optics, Lasers, Semiconductors, Electronics, Precision Mechanical Components, and Contract Manufacturing
•
Proven experience leading complex global sourcing initiatives from concept through production.
•
Strong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated success negotiating multi-million-dollar global supply agreements.
•
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and supplier economics.
•
Expertise in should-cost analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO), clean-sheet costing, and value engineering.
•
Strong understanding of supply chain risk management, business continuity planning, and supplier diversification.
•
Experience supporting automotive, industrial, robotics, consumer electronics, or other high-reliability products.
•
Excellent executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
Nice-to-haves:
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MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
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Experience supporting automotive APQP, PPAP, and product launch processes.
•
Familiarity with semiconductor foundries, OSATs, silicon photonics manufacturing, precision optics, and advanced electronics supply chains.
•
Experience building supply chains from early development through production scale.
•
Knowledge of international trade, tariffs, logistics, and global manufacturing ecosystems.
•
Demonstrated ability to influence executive decision-making through data-driven commercial recommendations
•
Strong track record of leveraging supplier innovation to create competitive advantage and accelerate product development.
•
Willingness to travel internationally up to 20% based on business needs.
Legal
Aeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.