Supply Chain Manager

About Us:


Airgain simplifies wireless connectivity across a diverse set of devices and markets, from solving complex connectivity issues to speeding time to market to enhancing wireless signals. Our products are offered in three distinct sub-brands: Airgain Embedded, Airgain Integrated and Airgain Antenna+. Our mission is to connect the world through optimized integrated wireless solutions. Airgain's expertise in custom cellular and antenna system design pairs with our focus on high-growth technologies and our dedication to simplify the growing complexity of wireless. With a broad portfolio of products across the value chain, from embedded components to fully integrated products, we are equipped to solve critical connectivity needs in both the design process and the operating environment across the enterprise, automotive, and consumer markets. Airgain is headquartered in San Diego, California, and maintains design and test centers in the U.S., U.K., and China.

At Airgain, "We Simplify Wireless" is not only our tagline, but our creed and passion. A fast-moving technology company, Airgain sets the very pulse of the wireless connectivity industry, giving our unwavering focus on bringing innovative solutions to market, providing new pathways, insights and products that solve complex RF engineering problems. Our team is comprised of the industry's most talented, driven, experienced and entrepreneurial innovators and leaders in wireless connectivity. And if that is something that resonates, well then ... we would love an opportunity to speak with you.


Summary:


This role is responsible for managing and executing Airgain's supply chain strategy, under the direction of the VP, Operations, to ensure continuity of material supply supporting both current production and future product demand.

The role is an individual contributor who will blend strategic planning with hands-on execution, owning supply continuity, cost management, and supplier strategy to support revenue attainment, margin performance, and working capital objectives.

This individual serves as a key cross-functional partner across Sales, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to proactively mitigate supply risk and ensure material readiness across the product lifecycle.

Essential Function:


Order Execution & Delivery

• Align supply with demand to support production schedules, product forecasts, and customer commitments
• Drive on-time delivery performance across suppliers and contract manufacturing partners
• Manage material shortages, allocations, and escalation paths to minimize disruption

Cost & Margin Management

• Lead cost reduction initiatives across BOM and supplier pricing
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers and manufacturing partners
• Partner with Finance to improve margin visibility and drive profitability

Supply Planning & Continuity

• Manage supply pipeline planning across current and future product demand
• Identify and mitigate risks related to long lead-time, allocation, and single-source components
• Develop and execute supply continuity plans to prevent production disruption
• Ensure alignment between forecasting, supply planning, and financial performance
• Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process in partnership with Sales, Finance, and Operations to align demand, supply, and financial plans
• Manage component end-of-life and obsolescence risk, including last-time-buy planning
• Define, track, and report key supply chain metrics (on-time delivery, inventory turns, cost savings, supplier scorecards) to the VP, Operations

Inventory & Cash Flow Optimization

• Manage inventory levels, turns, and excess & obsolete exposure
• Align purchasing decisions with working capital and cash flow objectives
• Balance supply availability with financial targets and demand variability

Supplier & Commodity Strategy

• Develop sourcing strategies for key commodities and components
• Lead supplier selection, qualification support, and ongoing performance management
• Drive manufacturing partner accountability in partnership with operations team
• Partner with Quality on supplier quality performance, scorecards, and corrective actions

New Product Introduction & Component Compliance

• Partner with Engineering early in new product introduction (NPI) on component selection, approved vendor list development, and design-for-supply-chain

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations, Business, or related field, or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain or operations within electronics or manufacturing environments
• Strong experience managing global suppliers, contract manufacturers, and component sourcing
• Proven successful track record in:
• Cost negotiation and supplier management
• Supply planning, allocation management, and shortage mitigation
• Inventory optimization and working capital management
• Experience with long lead-time components (e.g., semiconductors, memory, cellular modules) highly preferred
• Strong financial acumen with ability to connect supply decisions to margin and cash flow impact
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and data-driven decision making
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills
• Experience in RF, antenna, wireless, or connectivity hardware preferred
• Experience managing EMS/ODM partners and offshore (Asia-based) manufacturing
• Proficiency with analytics/BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and advanced Excel
• Well versed in Excel, WORD and PowerPoint
• Ability to work non-standard hours based on requirements with offshore partners
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to suppliers and manufacturing partners (approximately 10%)

Benefits available to Regular Full Time Employees:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401K Match
• ESPP
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Flexible hours

Compensation:

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000-$125,000 + target annual bonus.


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