# Senior Global Supply Manager, Camera
**Company:** [Skydio](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/skydio)
**Location:** San Mateo, CA
**Salary:** $174K-$225K
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Thermal Imaging, Camera Technologies, Supplier Negotiations, Rfi/Rfq, Master Supplier Agreements, Cost Analysis, Commodity Value Stream Mapping, Supplier Assessments, Market Analysis, Npi Processes, Optics, Image Sensors, Infrared Sensors
**Posted:** 2026-06-26
> Lead global strategic sourcing and procurement for thermal imaging and camera systems used in autonomous drones. Requires 5+ years sourcing complex camera/optical technologies plus MBA and technical degree.
## Job Description
## 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
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