Global Supply Manager

Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.

 

Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.

About You and The Role  

The hardware that supports our global operations is growing and scaling. We need a Global Supply Manager who is excellent at strategizing, sourcing, managing, and driving a supply base that enables us to scale effectively while considering cost, capacity, quality and design efficiency. At Zipline, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. You will work cross-functionally with the engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams to make high-level, high-impact decisions that influence the overall strategic direction of Zipline’s operations. Your leadership will guide internal stakeholders to make thoughtful decisions and increase the rate at which Zipline can make an impact, while helping to build an inclusive and collaborative culture.

What You'll Do  

• Lead efforts in new product and technology areas from a commercial and supply chain perspective.
• Source and qualify suppliers for Zipline technology to successfully set up Zipline’s scaled manufacturing and global operations of our next generation hardware.
• Negotiate the terms and pricing of Zipline’s supply-chain partnerships
• Understand and help drive internal decisions of the design, function, and operation of  Zipline systems and equipment.
• Develop and manage successful global supplier relationships.
• Build scalable processes and trust with the engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and global operations teams.

What You'll Bring 

• A Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (e.g., mechanical, industrial, or electrical engineering) is preferred, but equivalent practical experience in supply chain, manufacturing, military service, consulting, or finance will also be considered. An MBA or a Master’s degree in supply chain is a plus.
• You have a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in developing a real product from a design to a mass production phase.  Design-> Qualify-> Scale-> Sustain–> End of Life.
• You have a strategic orientation as well as a track record of actually delivering on products that see the light of day. 
• You are self-motivated, proactive, and take pride in your work.
• You are eager to deeply engage with and learn about Zipline’s UAV technology and operations.
• You can communicate effectively and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external teams.
• You have the grit, resourcefulness, and resilience to thrive in novel, uncertain and constantly-changing business and regulatory environments.

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