Strategic Sourcing Manager

requirements, along with demonstrated experience managing and developing sourcing or procurement professionals.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>This is a full-time hybrid role based in Menlo Park, CA.</strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":100,"335559739":100,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">

Responsibilities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and own sourcing and category strategies for critical radar, RF, electronics, mechanical, test equipment, contract manufacturing, and technical service suppliers, using market intelligence and supplier capability assessments to guide source selection.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead competitive sourcing and complex commercial negotiations, including RFQ/RFP processes, total-cost and should-cost analysis, pricing, lead times, capacity commitments, long-term agreements, and strategic supplier terms.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing early in design and NPI cycles to evaluate manufacturability, supplier capability, make-versus-buy options, alternate sources, and supply risks before

requirements are finalized.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Own supplier onboarding, governance, and risk management, including supplier segmentation, performance reviews, corrective actions, dual-source and contingency strategies, and coordination with Purchasing and Supply Planning on material readiness.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Partner closely with Legal and internal stakeholders to ensure sourcing and supplier decisions comply with applicable U.S. Government contract

requirements, FAR/DFARS flow-downs, domestic sourcing

requirements, DPAS, ITAR, CUI, cybersecurity, security, and other program-specific obligations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Manage and develop assigned sourcing and procurement team members, including setting priorities, allocating work, coaching performance, supporting professional development, removing execution barriers, and ensuring team objectives align with Supply Chain and program priorities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Required

Qualifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier management, procurement, or supply chain supporting technically complex hardware programs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience developing sourcing strategies, leading RFQ/RFP processes, evaluating suppliers, and negotiating commercial agreements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Government contracts or programs, either within a government agency or in the private sector, with working knowledge of applicable supply chain compliance

requirements, contract flow-downs, and supplier obligations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS flow-downs, domestic sourcing

requirements, DPAS, ITAR, CUI, cybersecurity

requirements, and government-contractor audit expectations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to assess technical and program

requirements and translate them into supplier selection criteria, sourcing recommendations, and risk mitigation plans.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proven ability to operate as a senior cross-functional partner, influence technical and business stakeholders, and make sound sourcing decisions in complex or ambiguous environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated people-management experience, including managing individual contributors, setting priorities and expectations, providing coaching and performance feedback, supporting professional development, and ensuring team objectives and commitments are met.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with ERP, procurement, supplier management, or sourcing data systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Personnel Security Clearance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Preferred

Qualifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience sourcing radar, RF, satellite or space hardware, electronics, precision mechanical assemblies, test equipment, or contract manufacturing services.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience structuring and negotiating long-term agreements, master service agreements, capacity commitments, or other strategic supplier arrangements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience sourcing and managing suppliers in ITAR, export-controlled, or other highly regulated environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and scaling supplier readiness from prototype and early builds through production.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, MBA, or equivalent advanced credential; familiarity with NetSuite, sourcing and contract tools, supplier scorecards, and compliance reporting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience supporting classified programs and working with suppliers in secure environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Within 1 month, you'll:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Complete onboarding and understand LeoLabs' Radar Supply Chain structure, sourcing workflows, approval processes, key supplier base, active hardware program priorities, and applicable U.S. Government supply chain

requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build working relationships with assigned team members and partners across Engineering, Procurement, Supply Planning, Finance, Legal, Security, and Manufacturing; understand team

responsibilities, priorities, and development needs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Assess the current supplier landscape, including active sourcing actions, contractual coverage, onboarding and compliance gaps, long-lead materials, sole-source dependencies, and key supply risks.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Within 3 months, you'll:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Independently own sourcing activities for select categories or suppliers, including market analysis, competitive sourcing, supplier capability assessments, and sourcing recommendations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead negotiations and supplier selection decisions for priority

requirements, balancing cost, lead time, quality, capacity, compliance, and commercial risk.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Establish clear priorities and operating rhythms for assigned team members while maintaining regular cross-functional alignment on sourcing, onboarding, NPI, compliance, and material readiness priorities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Within 6 months, you'll:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and execute category strategies for critical supplier segments, including alternate-source development, supplier rationalization, long-term commercial strategies, and risk mitigation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Implement supplier relationship management routines for strategic suppliers, including business reviews, performance expectations, corrective actions, and escalation pathways.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop a high-performing sourcing and procurement team through clear ownership, workload prioritization, coaching, and accountability for team objectives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Within 12 months, you'll:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as a trusted Supply Chain leader for strategic sourcing and supplier management while building team capabilities and scalable practices for radar and U.S. Government programs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Institutionalize a scalable strategic sourcing framework that strengthens supplier optionality, contract coverage, audit readiness, negotiation leverage, and sourcing cycle time.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Deliver measurable improvements in supplier performance, lead-time visibility, capacity assurance, compliance, supply continuity, and overall supply chain resilience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p>The base salary range for this position is $165,000 - $175,000  +

bonus + stock options +

benefits <br><br><strong>

Compensation Note</strong>: The salary range for this position is benchmarked based on the designated primary work location for

the role. Final

compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's work location, applicable market data, experience,

qualifications, and other job-related factors.<br><br> <strong>ITAR

Requirements</strong><br>To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information regarding ITAR can be found at DDTC’s website</p> <p>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. </p> <p> </p>

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