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Salary: USD 184,200 - 240,000 / annual
Wayve is building an AI platform for autonomous driving using end-to-end learning from real-world experience. As Supply Chain Program Manager, you will own end-to-end supply chain execution across assigned programs and product builds, including prototype development, new product introduction (NPI), and fleet launches.
You will serve as the primary supply chain lead for your programs, ensuring program deliverables, supplier compliance, and seamless coordination across Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, and external partners. Your responsibilities include:
• Owning end-to-end material readiness across assigned programs, translating engineering requirements and demand into actionable procurement plans and identifying supply risks early in the product lifecycle.
• Operating as the strategic liaison between hardware engineering and procurement, coordinating internal teams, suppliers, upfitters, and integration partners across the US, UK, and other regions to keep vehicle and program timelines on track.
• Managing demand aggregation and translating engineering BOMs into procurement plans.
• Identifying long-lead items and critical-path components early, tracking material status throughout build phases, and proactively escalating gaps and risks.
• Collaborating with Supply Chain Team Leads to ensure suppliers meet legal, environmental, regulatory, and ethical sourcing requirements, including TISAX and ISO standards.
• Partnering with Legal and Compliance to ensure appropriate supplier agreements, NDAs, and risk controls are in place.
• Developing contingency plans for supply disruptions and actively managing supply chain risks.
• Serving as the primary program manager for upfitter and partner relationships, maintaining stakeholder alignment and driving activities against vehicle timelines and quality standards.
• Defining, tracking, and reporting supply chain KPIs, including material availability, total cost savings, and inventory cycle count accuracy.
• Establishing program-level dashboards and reporting cadences for leadership visibility.
• Analyzing KPI trends to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
You will combine strategic program ownership with hands-on execution, working cross-functionally with Engineering, Planning, Sourcing, Logistics, Finance, Legal, and Suppliers. International travel is required as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain program management, NPI, and hardware operations
• Strong understanding of BOM management, material planning, and procurement processes
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional programs across Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk-management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities
• Ability to travel internationally as needed
• Preferred: Experience in automotive, consumer, hardware, or robotics industries
• Preferred: Familiarity with supplier compliance frameworks, including TISAX, ISO standards, and ethical sourcing requirements
