Joby Overview:

Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. 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. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.

Overview:

As a Global Supply Manager (GSM) specializing in Capital Expenditure (CapEx), Tools, and Indirect Services, you will manage sourcing and procurement efforts related to the equipment, tools, and indirect services that support Joby's mission of building an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. This position is a vital interface between suppliers, manufacturing, engineering, finance, quality, legal and other internal teams, helping ensure that Joby secures best-in-class solutions and terms to drive efficient production and long-term business success.

Responsibilities:

Own RFQs and vendor selection process with internal teams 

Ensure all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensure NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreement), Terms & Conditions, Master Services Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated and closed appropriately before business is initiated

Drive price and term negotiations process to ensure that Joby's equipment and service pricing meet Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting customer requirements and expectations

Address all areas of category management including category business plans, market conditions, industry trends, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies

Manage and develop strong supplier relationships and performance. Oversee ad hoc and recurring supplier interactions including dispute resolutions, supplier scorecarding, and periodic business reviews

Participate in equipment and service scoping, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with engineering partners

Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications as well as knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance standards

Comfortable communicating with technical stakeholders both internally and externally  

Lead cross-functional teams to manage project timelines including developing and maintaining action trackers, Gantt charts, etc. and other program management tools. 

Provide upward status reports on procurement strategies, contract negotiations, supply issues, and key performance indicators to senior leadership.

Develop corrective action plans to mitigate identified risks. 

Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse teams and influence decisions among stakeholders 

Identify and recommend cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities

Ensure compliance with all procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.

Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers for assessments, contract negotiations, and program reviews

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or Engineering +5 years of working experience in procurement/supplier management position OR Master's degree +3 years of working experience 

In lieu of degree, a minimum 10 years experience working in Commodity Management/Procurement 

Specific experience managing CapEx, tooling, and/or indirect services procurement

Experience reading, negotiating, and updating high value contracts; excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of manufacturing, engineering, professional services, IT infrastructure, and/or construction industry best practices

Strong leadership abilities with experience in managing complex procurement projects from conception through execution.

Analytical and modeling skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office products

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize appropriately, and work independently on multiple tasks and projects across various teams tasks simultaneously

Ability to collaborate with and influence a wide variety of cross-functional teams

EEO:

The compensation package for this role includes a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $117,000-$212,000/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.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.