Senior Global Supply Manager, Camera

Skydio

Senior Global Supply Manager at Skydio focusing on sourcing high-quality camera and thermal imaging systems. Managing supplier relationships and strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance drone production.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeSan Mateo • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $174,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement commodity sourcing strategies to scale production of high-quality sensing and imaging systems
Lead the end-to-end sourcing and procurement processes for camera components and modules
Establish the connection between GSM Strategy, Skydio’s Business Strategy, and Production Strategy
Drive strategic negotiations and technology partnerships with suppliers
Ensure Contribution Margins, leverage goals, and Cost Targets are achieved
Maintain effective supplier relationships by means of audits, visits, and evaluations
Identify new or alternative sources to advance technologies
Initiate and drive cost reduction initiatives
Continuously monitor advancements in thermal imaging technologies
Develop and maintain deep market intelligence on thermal imaging and camera ecosystems
Partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, and Manufacturing teams
Communicate strategy to the Skydio organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

MBA + BA/BS in a technical field
A minimum 5 years of experience with high impact commodities and technically complex components in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
5+ years of experience sourcing technically complex camera, optical, imaging, or thermal sensing technologies
Strong understanding of thermal imaging technologies
Experience leading supplier selection, qualification, and commercial negotiations
Interpreting Drawing/Specifications, Cost Analysis, and Commodity Value Stream Mapping
Ability to do Supplier Assessments and Commodity Market Analysis
Experience in manufacturing – operations, planning, engineering, supply management, or procurement
Experience with GSM, Production, and NPI processes and systems
Experience presenting to all levels of an organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Equity in the form of stock options
Comprehensive benefits packages
Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles
Paid vacation time
Sick leave
Holiday pay
401K savings plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingprocurementcost analysiscommodity value stream mappingsupplier assessmentmarket analysisthermal imaging technologiescamera technologiesoptical technologiesimaging technologies

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationnegotiationrelationship managementstrategic thinkingcollaborationpresentation skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solvinginitiative

Certifications

MBABA/BS in technical field