Supply Chain Commodity Manager

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

As a Supply Chain Commodity Manager, you will be working in a fast-paced, regulated environment developing next generation RADAR systems. This position will report to the Sr. Director, Supply Chain.

• →Monitor supplier performance and provide management level support for Buyers and Sr Buyers
• →Lead special projects (such as DPAS Coordination, Customer or Industry Audits, etc.) within the Supply Chain team as directed by the Sr Director of Supply Chain
• →Serve as Supply Chain team lead on Legal and Trade Compliance issues in coordination with Echodyne Legal and Trade Compliance teams.
• →Effectively assess and mitigate supplier risk, escalate concerns as necessary
• →Assist in finding alternative sources of supply, such as approved brokers, when necessary
• →Lead supplier SBRs (Strategic Business Reviews), mentor Buyers and Sr Buyers in the process
• →Serve as Supply Chain spokesperson in cross-functional internal meetings
• →Identify and develop new sources of supply to support Echodyne’s strong growth plans
• →Lead creation and maintenance of supplier contracts and LTAs (long-term agreements)
• →Participate in onsite supplier visits to monitor capacity, quality, and on-time delivery objectives (travel up to 25%)
• →Identify cost savings opportunities with existing and developing suppliers
• →Advanced level pricing and schedule negotiations with suppliers
• →Serve as a knowledgeable, experienced resource both within and outside the department
• →Handle various advanced level projects within the group as assigned by Sr. Director, Supply Chain
• →Assist in development of company tools and business systems/reports
• →Travel up to 25%

• Experience in managing the purchasing and material planning processes for commodities such as machined metal parts, COTS parts, custom cable assemblies, molded plastic/metal, hardware, outplant services, accessories, and MRO items
• Understanding of BOMs, BOM structures, and MTS (Made To Spec) drawings and documentation
• Understanding of PLM and configuration management
• Knowledge of DPAS flow down requirements
• Experience in Oracle NetSuite or equivalent ERP for creation and management of
• all aspects of the supply chain (Planning/Buying/Building/Shipping)
• Experience working in a regulated industry (ISO, AS9100, etc.)
• Ability to take high level direction and be self-managed
• Effective communication skills
• Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with a desire to improve processes
• Ability to make smart trade-offs as business needs and environments change
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively with various groups
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a Supply Chain/Procurement Management role
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.