Full-Time

Global Supply Chain & Procurement Manager

Posted on 10/31/2025

Woven

Woven

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops global intelligent mobility solutions

Compensation Overview

$119k - $195.5k/yr

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Hybrid

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Risk Management
Data Analysis
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in related fields.
  • Proven experience (8+ years) in Procurement / Supply Chain or strategic negotiation roles
  • Proven experience (3+ years) in the autonomous vehicle industry
  • Experience in complex negotiations of variety of contractual agreement with suppliers including IP licensing related agreements
  • Profound understanding of the High-tech Silicon/Semiconductor industry
  • Experience in driving RFPs/RFQs as a Procurement / Supply Chain member
  • Deep knowledge in sourcing/purchasing including Supplier Relationship Management
  • Demonstrated success in a metrics-oriented environment and an ability to create, track, analyze and report out on metrics
  • Experience in using software tools for Procurement / Supply Chain to ensure a smooth procure-to-pay process by collaboratively working with Finance and stakeholders
  • Outstanding skill for Internal and External Stakeholder Relationship Management
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills; ability to evaluate and analyze data and to present to executive leadership with demonstrated skills of communications through documents (Google Slide/ Doc)
Responsibilities
  • Work synergistically with other team members to contribute to creating a strong Procurement and Supply Chain team in Woven by Toyota U.S. and U.K.
  • Take ownership of the assigned scope of role and responsibility, to which a wide range of Procurement / Supply Chain actions including spend analysis, strategy creation and stakeholder alignment, supplier negotiations and selections through RFx, delivery management are required
  • Help Team Manager to develop Procurement and Supply Chain strategies aligning with each business unit's goals and processes
  • Run RFQs and/or RFPs and negotiate with suppliers to achieve best-in-industry costs and quality to meet targets and to achieve the expectations from business units
  • Drive cost reduction through clean sheet analysis, and optimization of supplier base
  • Must be willing to roll up their sleeves and complete multiple tasks under pressure, while assessing, managing and mitigating risks
  • Negotiate and close contracts with suppliers at competitive price points at the speed required to support a growing business
  • Communicate effectively at all levels and escalate issues appropriately
  • Ensure compliance to Woven by Toyota's rules and policies by effectively communicating and educating members of business units
Desired Qualifications
  • Passion for Technology and Mobility
  • Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment
  • Demonstrate strong skill of supplier management and stakeholders engagement and coordination
  • Background in procurement of automotive software, contingent workers, facilities and other IT related commodities is a plus
  • Background in international trading (import and export) is a plus
  • Ability to speak, write and understand Japanese is a plus
  • MS Degree or MBA

Woven by Toyota develops and delivers advanced mobility technologies and services to Toyota customers worldwide, focusing on safer and more intelligent transportation. Its products and solutions are implemented in vehicles and related mobility services, combining software and hardware innovations with seamless user experiences to expand global access to mobility and enhance driver capabilities. What sets Woven apart is its blend of Silicon Valley innovation with traditional Japanese craftsmanship, enabling globally scalable mobility solutions that prioritize safety and reliability. The company’s goal is to create more personal, seamless, and capable mobility experiences for customers, while evolving with social, technological, and customer needs and advancing the future of intelligent transportation.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$583.6M

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

2023

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Arene software platform accelerates deployment of software-defined vehicles across Toyota's global fleet.
  • Woven Capital's $800M fund captures early-stage returns in smart cities and autonomous mobility.
  • MaaS platform development positions Woven to capture recurring revenue from ride-sharing services.

What critics are saying

  • Arene platform integration delays from acquisitions erode competitive advantage against Waymo's operational robotaxi service.
  • Talent exodus to Cruise following GM's October 2025 funding slows autonomous driving advancement.
  • Toyota's January 2026 earnings call prioritizes hybrid sales, starving Woven's R&D budget and mission.

What makes Woven unique

  • Combines Silicon Valley autonomous driving expertise with Japanese manufacturing quality and safety standards.
  • Operates Woven City smart city test course for real-world validation of AD/ADAS technologies.
  • Integrated Lyft Level 5 and Renovo Auto acquisitions to build end-to-end mobility stack.

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