Supply Chain Manager
Happy Koala
ERPOracle
Director of Purchasing
Luminar Technologies
full-time
Posted on:
Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $150,000 - $209,000 per year
Job Level
Lead
Tech Stack
ERP
About the role
- Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for LiDAR system components including mechanical parts, optical components, PCBAs, and electronic assemblies
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard contract manufacturing partners capable of meeting Luminar's quality, volume, and cost requirements
- Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships across global markets, with particular focus on Asia-Pacific suppliers
- Lead supplier audits, capability assessments, and performance reviews to ensure alignment with company standards
- Negotiate complex contracts, pricing agreements, and service level agreements with key suppliers
- Manage and coordinate with third-party sourcing team located in China, ensuring alignment with company objectives and processes
- Provide strategic direction and performance management for remote team members
- Establish clear communication protocols and reporting structures across time zones
- Foster collaboration between internal teams and external sourcing partners
- Develop local sourcing capabilities and market intelligence in key manufacturing regions
- Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery performance standards
- Implement risk mitigation strategies for supply chain disruptions and single-source dependencies
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators for supplier performance, cost savings, and delivery metrics
- Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost efficiency
- Support new product introduction (NPI) processes through early supplier engagement and sourcing planning
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Finance teams to align sourcing decisions with business objectives
- Support product development teams with component selection, supplier recommendations, and cost modeling
- Work closely with Quality Assurance to establish supplier quality requirements and inspection protocols
- Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams on contract negotiations and regulatory requirements
- Deep understanding of contract manufacturing processes and supplier qualification
- Knowledge of electronic components, PCBAs, mechanical assemblies, and optical systems
- Familiarity with automotive industry standards and requirements (preferred)
- Proficiency in ERP systems, sourcing tools, and data analysis platforms
- Understanding of international trade regulations, customs, and logistics
- Proven experience managing suppliers in Asia, particularly China
- Experience with optical components, precision mechanics, or LiDAR/sensor technologies preferred
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement
- Demonstrated experience managing remote and international teams
- Strong negotiation skills with proven track record of cost savings and contract optimization
- Excellent communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Cultural sensitivity and experience working across diverse international markets
- Fluency in English required; Mandarin Chinese proficiency preferred
- Deep understanding of contract manufacturing processes and supplier qualification
- Knowledge of electronic components, PCBAs, mechanical assemblies, and optical systems
- Familiarity with automotive industry standards and requirements (preferred)
- Proficiency in ERP systems, sourcing tools, and data analysis platforms
- Understanding of international trade regulations, customs, and logistics
- Proven experience managing suppliers in Asia, particularly China
- Experience with optical components, precision mechanics, or LiDAR/sensor technologies preferred
