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Supplier Sourcing Engineer, Supply Chain

ArxlightOakland, California
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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site

Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB

The Supplier Sourcing Engineer drives the strategic and tactical supply network development and cost management of Arxlight's product hardware across their lifecycles, by collaborating with suppliers and cross-functionally, including folks in engineering, quality, and manufacturing.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Conduct supplier selection for a specific product, leveraging our approved supplier list

  • Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development via activities such as:

    • Concept scoping to quickly solidify requirements

    • Feature trade-off / trade tables

    • Should cost / Clean sheet models

    • Joint design development, via clear statements of work

    • Simulation of mechanical & electronics designs

  • Order and maintain inventory for prototype and NPI builds

  • Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with our suppliers with high flexibility

  • Manage the CAPEX throughout NPI

  • Conduct value-stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility

  • Complete the BOM risk assessment, include alternate component sourcing, etc.

  • Ensure completion of all component qualifications, ahead of production

  • Reduce complexity: commonality optimization & component/supplier rationalization

  • Lead all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms-up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle

  • Manage ad-hoc cost issues e.g., tariffs / import export cost, and cost inflation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical field

  • 3+ years of experience in sourcing engineering, supplier engagement and development, or design of electronics and/or mechanical devices

  • Domain expertise of value/procurement engineering or TCO-related work at the component & product level

  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree or advanced technical degree

  • Deeper experience within:

    • Design & development of electronics and/or mechanical devices

    • Advanced sourcing activities, including stints as commodity/sourcing managers

    • Supplier development (technology, process, supply chain, etc.)

    • Early supplier engagement, ahead of product/engineering requirement realization

  • Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment

  • Exposure to working in a fast-pace, start-up environment

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FAQs About Supplier Sourcing Engineer, Supply Chain Jobs at Arxlight

What is the work location for this position at Arxlight?
This job at Arxlight is located in Oakland, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Arxlight?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Arxlight?
Arxlight lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Arxlight?
Arxlight is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
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