Figure - Global Supply Manager, Battery
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. • Experience with batteries at both the pack level and cell level (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic) • 5+ years of experience in supply chain development, or sourcing management • Strong understanding of NPI support and scaling production in hardware-focused companies, through mass production. • Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. • Able and willing to travel internationally and domestically approximately 25% of the time. • Experience in robotics, EV, automotive, or high-volume electromechanical/battery products. • Engineering degree • Previous work at a startup or on a very lean team • Comfortable working directly with drawings, BOMs, and cost breakdowns. • The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $140,000 - $220,000 annually. • The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.
Responsibilities
• Global Sourcing & Supplier Strategy • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for battery cells (pouch, cylindrical, prismatic) and pack-level components, including structural, thermal, and electromechanical subassemblies. • Work with a cross-functional team to identify, qualify, and onboard cell and pack suppliers • Lead RFX, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations across global regions, covering all commercial aspects of the supply chain. • Drive supplier footprint decisions aligned with cost, capacity, and geopolitical risk • Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends from raw material to technology roadmap and competitive intelligence • Cost, Tooling & Scalability • Own should-cost models for cells and packs, driving costs down through design collaboration, process optimization, and commercial negotiations. • Define tooling strategies, capacity investments, and ramp plans with suppliers. • Balance prototype speed with production scalability without burning bridges or budgets. • NPI & Engineering Partnership • Support NPI from early design through mass production, managing prototypes for test assembly, functionality, and performance validation. • Partner with engineering teams to influence DFX and reduce cost and lead time at both the cell and pack level. • Source and manage prototype, pilot, and production suppliers while meeting aggressive timelines. • Supplier Performance & Risk Management • Own supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness. • Lead capacity planning, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation for long-lead and critical battery components. • Resolve supply disruptions decisively and prevent repeats. • Cross-Functional Leadership • Act as the supply chain owner for battery cell and pack systems. • Communicate sourcing strategies, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to technical and executive teams. • Operate with urgency, data, and accountability in a fast-moving environment.
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