Senior Director, Supply Chain

The Senior Director will oversee strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier development, materials planning, logistics, and supply chain risk management for critical components including lithium-ion materials, electronics, mechanical systems, and contract manufacturing partners. 

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Supply Chain Management

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  Develop and execute ONE’s global supply chain strategy aligned with company growth and manufacturing scale plans.

  
  


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  Build a resilient supplier ecosystem capable of supporting battery cell, pack, and energy storage system production.

  
  


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  Lead long-term sourcing strategies for critical materials including lithium, cathode/anode materials, electronics, and structural components.

  
  


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  Establish supply chain risk mitigation strategies including dual sourcing, geographic diversification, and strategic inventory planning.

  
  

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

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  Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and commercial agreements for strategic suppliers.

  
  


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  Drive cost reduction initiatives through should-cost analysis, strategic negotiations, and supplier collaboration.

  
  


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  Implement structured sourcing processes including RFQs, supplier scorecards, and cost transparency programs.

  
  


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  Partner with Engineering on design-for-supply-chain (DFSC) initiatives to reduce cost and complexity.

  
  

Supplier Development & Quality Collaboration

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  Work with Supplier Quality Engineering to ensure suppliers meet ONE’s quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements.

  
  


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  Establish supplier performance management frameworks including cost, delivery, and quality metrics.

  
  


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  Lead supplier development initiatives to improve capability and capacity at strategic suppliers

  
  

Materials Planning & Logistics

• Build and scale materials planning and S&OP processes to support production ramp


• Optimize global logistics networks to reduce cost and lead time while ensuring supply continuity


• Implement advanced supply planning tools an ERP-driven capabilities

Program & Product Launch Support 

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  Partner with Program Management and Engineering to support new product introductions (NPI)

  
  


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  Ensure supply readiness for prototype builds, pilot production, and full manufacturing ramp

  
  


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  Manage supplier readiness and capacity planning for major product launches

  
  

Inventory & Working Capital Optimization

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  Implement strategies to optimize inventory levels while maintaining supply continuity

  
  


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  Improve supply chain visibility and demand forecasting accuracy

  
  


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  Partner with Finance to manage supply chain cost structure and working capital efficiency

  
  

Team Leadership

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  Build and lead a high-performing supply chain organization including sourcing, procurement, planning, and logistics

  
  


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  Develop talent and leadership bench strength within the supply chain organization

  
  


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  Foster a culture of accountability, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement

  
  

Sustainability & Compliance

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  Implement responsible sourcing practices aligned with ESG commitments and regulatory requirements

  
  


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  Ensure compliance with applicable trade regulations including ITAR, export controls, and critical materials sourcing regulations

  
  


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  Support supplier sustainability initiatives including carbon reduction and responsible mineral sourcing

  
  

Optimal candidates will possess the following technical expertise:

• Strategic sourcing and global procurement


• Supplier development and supplier quality integration


• Battery materials supply chain (preferred)


• ERP / MRP systems and advanced planning tools


• Contract negotiation and commercial strategy


• Risk management and supply continuity planning