Senior Global Supply Manager, Camera

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop the Global Strategic Sourcing Strategies and objectives (short & long term) based on business needs, forecasts of future demand, economic & currency trends, and market supply conditions
• Lead the end-to-end sourcing and procurement processes for camera components and modules, managing NDAs, RFIs/RFQs, Master Supplier Agreement negotiations, and General Terms & Conditions
• Establish the connection between GSM Strategy, Skydio’s Business Strategy, and Production Strategy
• Drive strategic negotiations and technology partnerships with suppliers of thermal imaging sensors, thermal camera modules, image sensors, optics, and integrated camera systems
• Ensure Contribution Margins, leverage goals, and Cost Targets are achieved by cross-functional teams
• Maintain effective supplier relationships by means of audits, visits, and evaluations
• Identify new or alternative sources to advance technologies, ensure supply continuity, and/or cost competitiveness
• Initiate and drive cost reduction initiatives that provide cost efficiency with quality and reliability
• Continuously monitor advancements in thermal imaging technologies, infrared sensors, optics, image processing architectures, and camera systems
• Develop and maintain deep market intelligence on thermal imaging and camera ecosystems
• Partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, and Manufacturing teams to influence camera and thermal sensing architecture decisions
• Communicate strategy to the Skydio organization to gain accountability and buy-off

What Makes You a Good Fit

• MBA + BA/BS in a technical field
• A minimum 5 years of experience with high impact commodities and technically complex components in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
• 5+ years of experience sourcing technically complex camera, optical, imaging, or thermal sensing technologies, with direct experience managing thermal camera, infrared sensor, or advanced imaging supply chains strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of thermal imaging technologies, including thermal camera modules, infrared detectors, LWIR sensing technologies, optics, image quality considerations, calibration methodologies, and system-level performance tradeoffs
• Experience leading supplier selection, qualification, and commercial negotiations for camera modules, thermal imaging systems, image sensors, optics, or related advanced sensing technologies
• Interpreting Drawing/Specifications, Cost Analysis, and Commodity Value Stream Mapping
• Ability to do Supplier Assessments and Commodity Market Analysis
• Ability to technically discuss critical elements of the commodity’s Form, Fit and Function
• Experience in manufacturing – operations, planning, engineering, supply management, or procurement
• Experience with GSM, Production, and NPI processes and systems
• Experience effectively working independently (when appropriate) and collaboratively
• Experience presenting to all levels of an organization, including the C-Suite
• Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged

Compensation

• The annual base salary range for this position is $174,000 - $225,000
• Equity in the form of stock options
• Comprehensive benefits packages including group health insurance plans, paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan
• Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles