[Hiring] Global Supply Manager @Russell Tobin

Role Description

A fast-growing mobility and transportation technology company is seeking a Global Supply Manager to join its supply chain team supporting its micromobility business. In this contractor role, you will own the end-to-end direct materials supply chain for a micromobility portfolio spanning Next Generation Platforms, E-Bikes, Pedal Bikes, Scooters, and Docking Stations.

You will serve as the primary interface between the company and its global manufacturing partners, driving supply continuity, cost optimization, and long-term supplier health across critical hardware categories. This role requires deep experience in direct procurement, hardware manufacturing, and supplier relationship management, ideally within consumer hardware, e-mobility, micromobility, or adjacent physical-product environments. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Legal to align supply chain strategy with business objectives and product roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Supplier & Category Management
  • Develop and own comprehensive sourcing strategies for direct materials across Next Generation Platforms, E-Bikes, Pedal Bikes, Scooters, and Docking Stations, with a focus on FATP, key technologies, and commodities.
  • Lead strategic supplier relationship management (SRM) programs, including scorecards, business reviews, and performance KPIs to drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Manage the supplier base through the full product lifecycle, from NPI through EOL, ensuring adequate capacity, qualification, and supply continuity.
  • Drive EOL and second-source strategies to mitigate single-source risk and support long-term supply chain resilience.
• Sourcing & Negotiation
  • Lead end-to-end sourcing events, including market analysis, RFx development, supplier evaluation, and commercial negotiation for complex direct materials contracts.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, MOQs, lead times, and capacity commitments with global manufacturing partners, including APAC-based suppliers and FATP partners.
  • Drive year-over-year PPV targets and cost-reduction roadmaps aligned with BOM cost targets for independent and charging vehicle variants.
  • Evaluate and onboard new suppliers in support of NPI programs, ensuring DFM alignment, qualification timelines, and production readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Serve as the primary supply chain point of contact for Engineering, Product, Operations, and Finance stakeholders on vehicle platform supply topics.
  • Collaborate with hardware teams on DFM/DFX inputs, ECO management, and BOM changes to ensure supply chain impact is assessed early.
  • Partner with Demand Planning and Operations to maintain accurate CTB (Cleared to Build) signals and manage supply to production schedules.
  • Interface with Legal and Compliance teams on supplier contracts, NDA management, and audit readiness.
  • Support weekly executive reporting cadences, including Staff Snapshots and MIL tracker reviews, with clear and actionable supply chain updates.
• Risk & Escalation Management
  • Proactively identify and escalate supply risks, including line-down risks, LLT shortages, and geopolitical/logistics disruptions, with mitigation plans.
  • Own supplier dispute resolution, including commercial escalations related to missed shipment commitments, expedite fees, and quality escapes.
  • Maintain MIL trackers and issue logs with up-to-date status and accountability across supplier deliverables.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in direct materials procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within a hardware-intensive environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing physical product categories, preferably consumer electronics, bicycles, e-mobility, robotics, or adjacent hardware platforms.
• Deep knowledge of APAC supplier ecosystems and manufacturing processes, including FATP, SMT, mechanical assembly, and battery pack assembly.
• Proven experience leading complex commercial negotiations with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
• Strong understanding of BOM cost structures, should-cost modeling, and cost-reduction methodologies.
• Experience managing cross-functional programs through NPI, DVT/PVT, and MP phases.
• Proficiency with procurement and supply chain tools such as Oracle, Zip, MRP/ERP systems, and Google Workspace.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 20–30% to supplier facilities, manufacturing sites, and regional offices across North America, APAC, and EMEA for supplier negotiations, quality reviews, and cross-functional program milestones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with micromobility, e-bikes, docking station equipment, or last-mile vehicle platforms.
• Familiarity with battery supply chains, including cells, pack integration, and associated regulatory considerations.
• Relevant certifications such as CSCP, CPM, or CPSM.
• Experience supporting hardware companies through rapid scaling or supply-base restructuring.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans).
• Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity).
• 401(k)-retirement savings.
• Life & disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal support.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee discounts with preferred vendors.