Global Supply Manager - Mechanicals

Global Supply Manager – MechanicalsSan Francisco, California, United StatesRedwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we're delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.About the RoleRedwood Materials is looking for a Global Supply Manager to source and own supplier relationships, support new product development and manufacturing. This role will collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing to execute our mechanicals roadmap. The primary scope of this role is injection molded plastics, stamped components, fasteners, connectors and harnesses.What You'll DoLead end-to-end RFx processes — scoping requirements, issuing RFQs, evaluating responses, and driving supplier selection to award.Build and maintain should-cost models for mechanical components including plastics, stampings, fasteners, connectors and harnessingNegotiate piece price, tooling, payment terms, and master agreementsOwn the commercial relationship with key suppliers — tracking performance, managing escalations, and building the trust needed to move fast when it matters.Drive supplier readiness across NPI, production ramp, and sustained manufacturing while thinking about cost, capacity planning, and lead time managementPresent clear recommendations to engineering and executive stakeholders.What You'll BringBackground in sourcing mechanical components with exposure to injection molding, stamping, harness assembly and managing off the shelf components like fastenersCore understanding of manufacturing cost drivers for custom components an tooling1-3+ years sourcing experience in a similar roleStrong excel and spreadsheet skillsStrong project management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsFlexible mindset and temperament.Willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Average 25% travelPreferred SkillsExperience with custom part developmentStrong record of applying first principles thinking toward supplier negotiations.Capable of managing successful escalations up to the executive level within a supplier.Experience with MRP/ERP systemsIn accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and skills.California Pay Range:$112,500 - $147,500 USDThe position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.