Global Supply Manager, Battery
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$140,000-$220,000/year
Job Description
Responsibilities
Global Sourcing & Supplier Strategy
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for battery cells (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic) and pack-level components, including structural, thermal, and electromechanical subassemblies.
- Work with a cross-functional team to identify, qualify, and onboard cell and pack suppliers
- Lead RFX, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations across global regions, covering all commercial aspects of the supply chain.
- Drive supplier footprint decisions aligned with cost, capacity, and geopolitical risk
- Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends from raw material to technology roadmap and competitive intelligence
Cost, Tooling & Scalability
- Own should-cost models for cells and packs, driving costs down through design collaboration, process optimization, and commercial negotiations.
- Define tooling strategies, capacity investments, and ramp plans with suppliers.
- Balance prototype speed with production scalability without burning bridges or budgets.
NPI & Engineering Partnership
- Support NPI from early design through mass production, managing prototypes for test assembly, functionality, and performance validation.
- Partner with engineering teams to influence DFX and reduce cost and lead time at both the cell and pack level.
- Source and manage prototype, pilot, and production suppliers while meeting aggressive timelines.
Supplier Performance & Risk Management
- Own supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
- Lead capacity planning, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation for long-lead and critical battery components.
- Resolve supply disruptions decisively and prevent repeats.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Act as the supply chain owner for battery cell and pack systems.
- Communicate sourcing strategies, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to technical and executive teams.
- Operate with urgency, data, and accountability in a fast-moving environment.
Qualifications
Required Qualifcations:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
- Experience with batteries at both the pack level and cell level (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic)
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain development, or sourcing management
- Strong understanding of NPI support and scaling production in hardware-focused companies, through mass production.
- Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Able and willing to travel internationally and domestically approximately 25% of the time.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience in robotics, EV, automotive, or high-volume electromechanical/battery products.
- Engineering degree
- Previous work at a startup or on a very lean team
- Comfortable working directly with drawings, BOMs, and cost breakdowns.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $140,000 - $220,000 annually.
The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.
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What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Figure?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $140,000 and $220,000 per year.
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What experience level is required for this role at Figure?
Figure is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
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