Global Supply Manager - Waabi

Waabi, founded by AI pioneer and visionary Raquel Urtasun, is an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology. With a world-class team and an innovative approach that unleashes the power of AI to “drive” safely in the real world, Waabi is bringing the promise of self-driving closer to commercialization than ever before. Waabi is backed by best-in-class investors across the technology, logistics, and the Canadian innovation ecosystem.

With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, and Dallas, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative, and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai

You will...

1. Be a part of the Global Supply Chain Team building a supply base supporting an AI-first approach to enable safe self-driving at scale.
2. Responsible for end-to-end Supply Chain of Mechanical & EDS HW within Waabi Drive.
3. Own contractual negotiations with suppliers on behalf of Waabi (Supply Agreements/NDAs/Terms and conditions/SOWs).
4. Create strategies for cost modeling & reductions, risk mitigation & introducing new technologies/processes through market intelligence.
5. Develop HW Roadmaps and analyze market trends.
6. Manage various indirect categories of spend including but not limited to Facilities & SaaS.
7. Head the RFP & RFQ processes and coordinate the supplier selection with a TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) model.
8. Continuously review and update applicable BOMs to ensure accurate lead times, pricing and sources for assigned categories.
9. Issue Purchase Orders in accordance with Waabi Procurement Policies.
10. Actively identify and implement process improvements & documentation for the Global Supply Chain Team.
11. Track open Supply Chain issues, solutions and drive each to closure.

Qualifications:

1. MS/MBA/JD or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering and/or similar fields of study.
2. 4+ years of Supply Chain Experience including new production introduction & contract negotiations.
3. Background in supplier relationship management.
4. Experience in working with international suppliers.
5. Proficient in Google Workspace.
6. Expertise in Source-to-Pay processes including tooling such as PLM, ERP, CLM, Inventory and Procurement systems.
7. Able to travel up to 30% of the time to other Waabi offices and Supplier manufacturing sites across the globe.
8. Adherence to high ethical standards and integrity.
9. Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others.
10. Passionate about self-driving technologies, solving hard problems, and creating innovative solutions.

Bonus/nice to have:

1. Experience in the Autonomous or Electric Vehicle Industry.

The US yearly salary range for this role is: $92,000 - $156,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi (US) Inc.’s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. The salary base range is reflective of the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.

Perks/Benefits:

1. Competitive compensation and equity awards.
2. Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only).
3. Unlimited Vacation.
4. Flexible hours and Work from Home support.
5. Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office).
6. Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually.
7. As we grow, this list continues to evolve!

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!

Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.