Senior Manager, Global Supply Chain

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Role Global Supply Chain
Location Reno NV and/or Carson City NV
Pay Range $55.00/Hr. on W2 (Without Benefits)
Duration 12 months (contract to hire)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Redwood Materials
Redwood Materials is on a mission to create a sustainable future by redefining how battery materials are produced recycled and reused. Through innovative processes and a relentless drive to reduce waste we are building the domestic battery supply chain needed to power the clean energy transition. We believe sustainability isnt just a goal its the foundation of everything we do.
Position Summary
The Senior Manager Global Supply Chain Capital Equipment is a critical leadership role responsible for the end-to-end procurement logistics and supplier management of capital equipment supporting Redwood Materials rapidly expanding manufacturing operations. This role owns the global sourcing strategy for equipment partnering closely with Engineering Finance and Operations to deliver capital projects on time on budget and to specification.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in capital equipment procurement a strong command of global supplier landscapes and the ability to operate with urgency and precision in a fast-paced high-growth environment.
Key Responsibilities
Capital Equipment Sourcing & Procurement
Lead global sourcing strategy for capital equipment across all Redwood facilities
Manage the full procurement lifecycle: requirements definition RFQ/RFP development supplier evaluation negotiation contract execution and purchase order management.
Develop and maintain a competitive qualified supplier base capable of supporting Redwoods aggressive capacity expansion roadmap.
Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions through supplier negotiations design-for-cost initiatives and strategic sourcing levers.
Build and lead team that works closely with Engineering Finance and Project Management on equipment specifications lead times and acceptance criteria.
Leading and participating in research and development to meet strategic objectives
Lead design concept/development efforts working directly with engineers to vet/validate multiple different proposed solutions.
Define engineering workflows and plans for the team.
Finalize design scope from initial concepts and budgets define initial assumptions.
Partner with the project management team to identify and document all project design milestones and deliverables.
Continuously monitor and measure all project design processes and activities to identify and communicate potential issues risks and problems and provide corrective action options to drive to resolution.
Collaborates with internal teams to develop and implement strategies tactical and operational plans for the procurement of consumables and specialty materials required for all applications and product development
Reviews and analyzes activities costs operations and forecast data to determine the companys progress toward stated goals of the project team including business financial and schedule goals and objectives
Coordinates activities with contractors suppliers and vendors including contract management and negotiations RFP management and negotiations change order management schedule adherence developing bidders lists bid leveling create and manage Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders
Makes and/or executes decisions on project purchases
Oversees and coordinates development activities between suppliers and development teams to ensure overall sourcing and procurement is aligned with corporate directives
Travel as required at company expense
Work with the Manufacturing Engineering and Finance teams to identify opportunities for cost reductions and avoidance
Create and implement targeted category strategies supported by robust analysis and research
Develop and deploy spend management policies processes and best practices; monitor and manage internal compliance
Lead selection evaluation and management of key suppliers
Negotiate and execute contracts with key suppliers
Identify and manage relationships with strategic suppliers
Design and track procurement KPIs metrics and dashboards
Supplier Relationship Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic capital equipment suppliers fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance quality and innovation.
Conduct regular supplier business reviews (QBRs) to assess performance against KPIs including on-time delivery quality responsiveness and cost.
Identify qualify and onboard new suppliers to diversify the supply base and reduce single-source risk.
Manage supplier escalations and resolve disputes in a timely professional manner.
Project & Logistics Coordination
Coordinate international and domestic equipment shipments including import/export compliance customs clearance freight forwarding and final-mile delivery to site.
Collaborate with Project Managers and Site Teams to align equipment delivery schedules with construction and commissioning timelines.
Maintain accurate procurement trackers milestone dashboards and spend reporting for executive visibility.
Support the capital expenditure (CapEx) planning process with accurate lead time pricing and supplier capacity data.
Process Improvement & Compliance
Develop and continuously improve sourcing policies procurement workflows and supplier qualification standards specific to capital equipment.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with Redwoods Code of Conduct ESG commitments and relevant trade regulations (ITAR EAR OFAC where applicable).
Champion digital tools and data-driven decision-making within the supply chain function.
Mentor and develop junior supply chain team members; build organizational capability over time.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Engineering Business or related field.
8 years of progressive supply chain or procurement experience with at least 4 years focused on capital equipment in a manufacturing energy or industrial environment.
Demonstrated experience managing complex high-value capital equipment procurements.
Strong knowledge of global supplier landscapes for industrial machinery process equipment or battery manufacturing equipment.
Proven negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings and favorable contract terms.
Experience with international logistics incoterms customs and trade compliance.
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP Oracle or similar) and procurement tools.
Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.
Strong communication and executive presence; comfortable presenting to leadership and stakeholders.
Preferred
Masters degree (MBA or MS in Engineering/Supply Chain) or equivalent advanced credentials.
Experience in battery manufacturing semiconductor chemical processing or energy transition industries.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent certification.
Experience in a high-growth startup or greenfield manufacturing environment.
Fluency in Mandarin German or Japanese (a plus given key supplier geographies).
Familiarity with sustainability sourcing frameworks conflict minerals compliance or responsible sourcing standards.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Redwood Materials is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.