Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general-purpose humanoid. Our Humanoid is designed for corporate tasks targeting labor shortages and jobs that are undesirable or unsafe. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. 

We are looking for a Global Supply Manager to create and own commercial relationships with our suppliers and manufacturing partners. You will be owning setting up our supply chain, helping determine where we manufacture the robots and how we get from prototype to production volumes.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: 
  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for PCBAs, identifying and qualifying new suppliers worldwide.
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, cost drivers, and emerging technologies in PCBA manufacturing.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing, terms, and service levels.
  • Manage supplier relationships, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Procurement: 
  • Oversee the procurement process for PCBAs, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Manage purchase orders, track shipments, and resolve any supply chain disruptions.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, quality) to ensure PCBA specifications and requirements are met.

• Supply Chain Management: 
  • Optimize inventory levels of PCBAs to balance cost, lead time, and demand variability.
  • Implement supply chain risk mitigation strategies, including supplier diversification, buffer stock, and alternative sourcing options.
  • Monitor supplier performance, track key metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Cost Management: 
  • Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across the PCBA supply chain.
  • Analyze cost data, negotiate pricing, and optimize procurement processes to achieve cost savings targets.

• Quality Management: 
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal quality teams to ensure PCBA quality meets or exceeds company standards.
  • Participate in supplier audits and quality reviews.
  • Drive continuous improvement in supplier quality performance.

Others: 

• Negotiate long-term deals and supply agreements which will let us build our humanoid robot
• Select a contract manufacturer to build critical components for the humanoid robot with input from engineering
• Work with our business team and track robot and auxiliary equipment costs. Analyze areas to improve.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering and manufacturing, to align sourcing activities with the company's product development and production timelines.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain development, or sourcing management
• Hands-on experience in many of the following: PCBA, FATP, PCB, EE components, Contract Manufacturer Management,.. etc.
• Excellent, negotiation and communication skills
• Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to travel internationally 25%+

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Engineering degree
• Previous work at a startup or on a very lean team
• Robotics industry experience

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $140,000 - $220,000 annually.

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.

The Mechanical Global Supply Manager owns the global sourcing strategy for mechanically complex parts that go into humanoid robots. This role is accountable for supplier selection, cost, capacity, quality, and risk across the mechanical supply base, from prototype builds to volume production.

You will work directly with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program teams to ensure parts are manufacturable, scalable, and delivered on time. The goal is simple: build robots faster, cheaper, and more reliably than anyone else.

Responsibilities

Global Sourcing & Supplier Strategy

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mechanical components including CNC-machined parts, die castings, sheet metal, injection-molded plastics, bearings, fasteners, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of supporting rapid iteration and production ramps.
• Lead RFQs, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations across global regions.
• Drive supplier footprint decisions aligned with cost, capacity, and geopolitical risk.

Cost, Tooling & Scalability

• Own should-cost models and drive costs down through design collaboration, process optimization, and commercial negotiations.
• Define tooling strategies, capacity investments, and ramp plans with suppliers.
• Balance prototype speed with production scalability without burning bridges or budgets.

NPI & Engineering Partnership

• Support NPI from early design through production ramp.
• Partner with Mechanical Engineering to influence DFM/DFA and reduce cost and lead time.
• Source and manage prototype, pilot, and production suppliers while meeting aggressive timelines.

Supplier Performance & Risk Management

• Own supplier’s performance across quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
• Lead capacity planning, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation for long-lead and critical parts.
• Resolve supply disruptions decisively and prevent repeats.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as the supply chain owner for mechanical systems and subassemblies.
• Communicate sourcing strategies, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to technical and executive teams.
• Operate with urgency, data, and accountability in a fast-moving robotics environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 7+ years of global sourcing or supply chain experience for mechanical hardware.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, casting, injection molding, and assembly processes.
• Experience supporting NPI and scaling production in hardware-focused companies.
• Proven ability to negotiate cost, capacity, and tooling with global suppliers.

Preferred

• Experience in robotics, EV, automotive, or high-volume electromechanical products.
• Sourcing experience across Asia, North America, and Europe.
• Comfortable working directly with drawings, BOMs, and cost breakdowns.

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $140,000 – $220,000 annually.
Compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components and benefits, which will be shared if an employment offer is extended.

As a Global Supply Manager (GSM) for EE & Semiconductors, you are a technical and commercial leader responsible for the foundational supply chain of our humanoid robot. You will develop and execute a comprehensive global sourcing strategy for essential components and materials, managing the lifecycle from pre-concept through to the handoff to sustaining operations. Your mission is to align business needs with supplier capabilities while navigating the complex, high-stakes landscape of semiconductor technologies.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Roadmap Execution

• Global Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for essential components and materials, ensuring long-term scalability for our humanoid robot.
• Roadmap Alignment: Create and manage a semiconductor technology roadmap that aligns our product architecture with future industry trends and supplier innovations.
• AVL Ownership: Own the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and lead the full supplier lifecycle—from identification and qualification to performance evaluation.

Humanoid Robotics Ecosystem & Supply Agreements

• Long-Term Agreements: Negotiate high-stakes, long-term deals and strategic supply agreements that secure the high-priority materials required to build and scale our humanoid platform.
• Cross-Functional Synergy: Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and NPI teams to ensure sourcing activities remain perfectly synchronized with product development and production timelines.
• Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends, pricing dynamics, lead-time fluctuations, and technical advancements within the global silicon and electronics markets.

Technical Influence & BOM Optimization

• BOM Scrubs: Lead rigorous BOM scrubs and analysis to identify end-of-life (EOL) risks, single-source vulnerabilities, and technical bottlenecks before design freeze.
• Design Influence: Partner with Architecture and Engineering to influence design decisions for optimal cost, performance, and supply-chain resilience.
• Should-Cost Modeling: Own the "Should-Cost" modeling process to drive aggressive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reductions through negotiation and value engineering.

Risk Management & Commercial Leadership

• Risk Mitigation: Identify vulnerabilities in the EE supply chain (e.g., geopolitical shifts, capacity constraints) and implement robust hedging and business continuity strategies.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate Master Purchase Agreements (MPAs), quality agreements, and Statements of Work (SOWs) that secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Performance Metrics: Implement and maintain robust supplier performance metrics and lead periodic business reviews to ensure strategic objectives are met.
• Supplier Development: Periodically travel to supplier sites to drive initiatives such as cost reductions, relationship building, and supplier development.

Requirements

• Experience: 7+ years in global sourcing or commodity management, specifically with semiconductor or complex EE components.
• Education: BS in Engineering (EE preferred), Supply Chain, or Business Management.
• Category Expertise (Required): Direct experience managing and sourcing in at least one or two of the following segments:
• Computing: Processors (CPUs/GPUs/FPGAs) and Memory (DRAM/NAND).
• Perception: Sensors (IMUs, Lidar, Vision Sensors) and Camera Modules.
• Power & Motion: Power Management ICs (PMICs), Battery Management Systems (BMS), and Motor Controllers.
• Connectivity: Interface ICs (USB, PCIe, Ethernet), Wireless (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/5G), and high-speed Signal Integrity components.
• Interaction: Display technologies, touch interfaces.
• Domain Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of the semiconductor ecosystem and experience in NPI (New Product Introduction) environments.
• Negotiation: Proven track record of securing long-term agreements with Tier 1 global suppliers.
• Autonomy: Ability to operate as a subject-matter expert with a high degree of autonomy, balancing technical problem-solving with strategic planning.

• Relationship Management: Skilled at establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Travel : Ability to travel domestically and internationally 25%

Compensation The US base salary range for this full-time position is $140,000 – $220,000 annually.

Compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components and benefits, which will be shared if an employment offer is extended.