Sr. Global Supply Manager, Capex - GA - Rivian : Job Details

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a Senior Global Supply Manager, you will lead technical sourcing, commercial development, and industrialization of Rivian In-house Manufacturing Supply Chain, increasing internal manufacturing capabilities through capex strategy creation and execution. You will be responsible for all commercial aspects of awarding new business, developing strong supplier relationships, collaborating with legal, and working with engineering to push the envelope of our technical requirements. You will also ensure Rivian can meet cost targets and that suppliers deliver to aggressive timelines.

This role reports to the Senior Manager of Global Supply Management within the Capital Equipment Supply Chain group. This position will be based out of Palo Alto, CA; Irvine, CA or Atlanta, GA.

• Managing industrial automation/equipment supplier development and strategic relationships
• Identify technologies, suppliers, assess capabilities, and create sourcing plans with Rivian stakeholders
• Build and maintain understanding of supply base, market conditions, and technology roadmaps
• Lead strategic sourcing events, supplier interfacing, and dispute resolutions of complex manufacturing issues
• Steer contractual negotiations with suppliers executing Purchase Agreements and Statements of Work
• Support timely Capex design, execution, and lifecycle sustaining of new factories and equipment projects with manufacturing engineering partners and cross-functional teams
• Drive cost and commercial value negotiations with data-driven analysis
• Manage supplier and tiered supplier performance using first principles and KPI tracking
• Monitor capex spend forecast (totals and timing) with Rivian Finance and provide guidance to improve
• Work with Program Management to support program requirements, build performance milestones, and track progress
• Communicate with senior leadership on key strategic supplier and technology decisions
• Create should-cost models to build program budgets with cross-functional teams
• Drive commercial and business decisions with leadership, including technology investment roadmaps
• Expand and support planning of Rivian's global CapEx supplier footprint

• Bachelor's and/or Advanced degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business
• 2-4 years of technical sourcing, capital project procurement experience or similar
• Managed commercial relationships in Automotive, Electronics or a similar high-volume manufacturing business
• Strong understanding of the technology and supplier landscape in automotive manufacturing and industrialization
• Analytical skills, technical literacy, and attention to detail for cross-functional issues
• Good interpersonal and communications skills, high integrity and emotional IQ
• Experience working and managing projects globally, with flexibility to travel
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a bonus

For California Based Applicants: $107,800 - $146,500 (actual compensation determined by experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

For Georgia Based Applicants: $98,500 - $123,100 (actual compensation determined by experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time