Global Supply Manager- NPI

Reference: PR/609868_1789653924A technology defense manufacturer is looking to hire a GSM- NPI based out of their site in San Mateo, CA. Please see details below:Role: Global Supply Manager - NPILocation: San Mateo, CAWork Model: On-Site 3 days per weekCompensation: $160,000 to $230,000ResponsibilitiesDevelop commodity and technology sourcing strategies for NPI and sustaining programs.Serve as the liaison between engineering and supply chain for supplier and component selection.Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and business award decisions.Manage supplier relationships, performance, capacity, quality, and cost.Drive cost reduction initiatives through should-cost analysis and market intelligence.Build and maintain sourcing roadmaps, forecasts, and supplier development plans.Support tooling investments, capacity planning, and financial forecasting.Target Commodity ExpertiseCNC MachiningInjection MoldingDie CastingsMetal ExtrusionsFastenersCompositesMetal Stamping & FormingMotorsLiquid Silicone Rubber (LSR)Precision Mechanical ComponentsIdeal BackgroundStrong NPI sourcing experience in aerospace, robotics, drones, consumer electronics, or advanced manufacturing.Expertise in supplier development, cost modeling, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing.Experience managing tooling, supplier capacity, and manufacturing process technologies.Knowledge of ESI (Early Supplier Involvement), supplier agreements (MSA, SOW, NDA), and sourcing best practices.Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.