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Global Supply Management, Lead, Direct Materials at Joby Aviation, San Carlos, CA

Global Supply Management, Lead, Direct Materials at Joby Aviation in San Carlos, CA. Full-time. $140,500 to $231,200 a year. Apply with swipeandhired.

Category

Supply Chain & Procurement

Type

Regular Full-Time

Company Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview

Joby is looking for a Global Supply Management Lead, Direct Materials to own the sourcing strategy for the parts and systems that go into our aircraft. You will lead the strategy for our direct materials supply chain, build and develop a team of group managers and global supply managers, and partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Certification, Legal, and Finance so that Joby’s hardware can be built cost-effectively at scale, meet aerospace quality and regulatory standards, and arrive on time.

This is a high-impact, high-influence role in a fast-moving environment. You will be as comfortable in a technical design review for a new component as you are on the floor of a supplier’s factory, scaling production. You consider your team’s success your success, and you are excited to help them grow.

Responsibilities

Lead the global sourcing strategy for direct materials across the full aircraft and its supporting systems, including propulsion, battery, avionics, structures, actuation, and electrical components
Evaluate the current supplier portfolio and build a long-term strategy for each commodity and technology that supports Joby’s product roadmap and production ramp
Lead supplier selection, qualification, negotiation, contracting, and performance management for strategic suppliers, and mentor the team through complex deals
Negotiate and structure Master Supply Agreements, long-term agreements, IP development and licensing terms, capacity reservations, capex and tooling investment schedules, and custom SOWs
Develop sourcing strategies for long-lead and capital-intensive items, including milestone-based payment structures, performance guarantees, warranties, liquidated damages, and change-order mechanisms
Partner with Engineering from concept through mass production so that supplier capabilities, manufacturability, cost, and lead time inform design decisions
Apply a repeatable playbook for new supplier market research, qualification, and industrialization across all hardware, aligned to stage gates from prototype through production
Build bottoms-up cost models and drive cost-reduction roadmaps for critical components, current products, and next-generation aircraft
Assess and mitigate long-term supply risk, particularly in regulated markets, through dual sourcing, capacity planning, continuity plans, and inventory strategies
Recommend and execute a regional versus global supplier footprint that balances cost, resilience, logistics, and regulatory requirements.
Work with Quality and Engineering to resolve significant technical, quality, schedule, and commercial issues at suppliers, including first article inspection and acceptance testing
Establish supply chain metrics, governance, and a supplier scorecard methodology covering cost, quality, delivery, technology, and capacity, and give leadership clear visibility into performance and risk
Build, coach, and develop a high-performing global team, and create lightweight, scalable processes with cross-functional partners
Take an AI-forward approach and automate where possible to increase the team’s productivity

Required

A Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering), Business Management, or Supply Chain Management is preferred. Equivalent practical experience in supply chain, manufacturing, military service, or consulting will also be considered
12+ years of experience developing and managing global supplier relationships and bringing complex hardware from concept to production, with hands-on experience identifying and qualifying suppliers of complex industrial or electromechanical parts. This is a strategic sourcing role, not a materials planning role
5+ years of directly managing global supply chain or sourcing teams
Experience scaling products through development stages (prototype, EVT, DVT, PVT, and ramp to mass production)
Deep experience negotiating and structuring MSAs, supply agreements, IP and licensing frameworks, schedules, warranties, performance guarantees, and commercial risk allocation
Skill in bottoms-up cost modeling and experience-based knowledge of cost structures for electromechanical and complex machined, composite, or electronic commodities
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, datasheets, and supplier technical submittals, and to engage credibly with engineers on technical trade-offs
Experience in a regulated or high-reliability environment (aerospace, defense, automotive, medical, or similar) with familiarity with quality systems such as AS9100 and supplier compliance requirements
A track record of measurable improvements in cost, quality, capacity, and lead time
Strong commercial judgment and the ability to lead complex, high-value negotiations and have hard conversations while preserving trust
Ability to operate across many projects and teams at once, keeping the strategy in view while staying close enough to the work to resolve critical issues
Strong executive communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, plus proficiency with Excel and Google Workspace

Desired

Experience building or scaling supply chain capabilities at a high-growth aerospace, energy, EV, or hardware company
Experience with battery, electric propulsion, or power electronics supply chains
Experience with FAA or other airworthiness requirements, or with supply chain qualification in certified aircraft programs
Experience supporting suppliers and projects across multiple international markets
Advanced degree or professional certification in supply chain, procurement, engineering, or business

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $140,500 - $231,200 per year. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.