Anduril Industries, Inc.
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Anduril Industries, Inc., Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a real‑time, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
ABOUT THE TEAM The Senior Sourcing Specialist supports supply chain activity for proposals, programs, and safety stock materials. Responsibilities include reviewing technical or contractual requirements, submitting requests for quote to suppliers, reviewing quotes and lead times, leading cross‑functional team meetings on behalf of supply chain, conducting pricing and terms negotiations, preparing cost roll‑up for review, and preparing presentations regarding sourcing recommendations. In addition, the role will require conducting onsite visits, and presenting technical discussions regarding quote, programmatic timelines, and demand forecasting.
ABOUT THE JOB The Senior Sourcing Specialist drives the strategic supplier development and cost management of Anduril RMS supply chain, by collaborating with suppliers and cross‑functionally, including folks in engineering, quality, and manufacturing.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Conduct supplier selection for a specific product, leveraging our approved supplier list
Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development via activities such as:
Concept scoping to quickly solidify requirements
Feature trade‑off / trade tables
Should cost / Clean sheet models
Joint design development, via clear statements of work
Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with our suppliers with high flexibility
Manage the CAPEX throughout NPI
Conduct value‑stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility
Complete the BOM risk assessment, include alternate component sourcing, etc.
Ensure completion of all component qualifications, ahead of production
Reduce complexity: commonality optimization & component/supplier rationalization
Work to identify and minimize obsolescence risk
Lead all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms‑up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle
Manage ad‑hoc cost issues e.g., tariffs / import export cost, and cost inflation
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BSME, BSEE), business, or supply chain required
Minimum of 6‑10 years working in a strategic sourcing role with a defense manufacturing company
Advanced sourcing activities, including stints as commodity/sourcing specialist or supplier development roles related to sourcing engineering components for electrical, composites, and metallic parts/assemblies
Early supplier engagement, ahead of product/engineering requirement realization
Domain expertise must include value/procurement engineering or TCO‑related work at the component & product level
Familiarity with strategic sourcing for high and low‑rate production environment
Some exposure working in a start‑up environment
Strong understanding of FAR and DFARS, and ITAR
AS9100 QMS requirements
Travel up to 50%+
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
US Salary Range
$113,000 - $149,000 USD
BENEFITS Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:
Healthcare Benefits
US Roles:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles:
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles:
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection:
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off:
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & wellness leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support:
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources:
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits:
Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles:
Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles:
Superannuation plan.
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
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ABOUT THE TEAM The Senior Sourcing Specialist supports supply chain activity for proposals, programs, and safety stock materials. Responsibilities include reviewing technical or contractual requirements, submitting requests for quote to suppliers, reviewing quotes and lead times, leading cross‑functional team meetings on behalf of supply chain, conducting pricing and terms negotiations, preparing cost roll‑up for review, and preparing presentations regarding sourcing recommendations. In addition, the role will require conducting onsite visits, and presenting technical discussions regarding quote, programmatic timelines, and demand forecasting.
ABOUT THE JOB The Senior Sourcing Specialist drives the strategic supplier development and cost management of Anduril RMS supply chain, by collaborating with suppliers and cross‑functionally, including folks in engineering, quality, and manufacturing.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Conduct supplier selection for a specific product, leveraging our approved supplier list
Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development via activities such as:
Concept scoping to quickly solidify requirements
Feature trade‑off / trade tables
Should cost / Clean sheet models
Joint design development, via clear statements of work
Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with our suppliers with high flexibility
Manage the CAPEX throughout NPI
Conduct value‑stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility
Complete the BOM risk assessment, include alternate component sourcing, etc.
Ensure completion of all component qualifications, ahead of production
Reduce complexity: commonality optimization & component/supplier rationalization
Work to identify and minimize obsolescence risk
Lead all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms‑up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle
Manage ad‑hoc cost issues e.g., tariffs / import export cost, and cost inflation
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BSME, BSEE), business, or supply chain required
Minimum of 6‑10 years working in a strategic sourcing role with a defense manufacturing company
Advanced sourcing activities, including stints as commodity/sourcing specialist or supplier development roles related to sourcing engineering components for electrical, composites, and metallic parts/assemblies
Early supplier engagement, ahead of product/engineering requirement realization
Domain expertise must include value/procurement engineering or TCO‑related work at the component & product level
Familiarity with strategic sourcing for high and low‑rate production environment
Some exposure working in a start‑up environment
Strong understanding of FAR and DFARS, and ITAR
AS9100 QMS requirements
Travel up to 50%+
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
US Salary Range
$113,000 - $149,000 USD
BENEFITS Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:
Healthcare Benefits
US Roles:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles:
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles:
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection:
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off:
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & wellness leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support:
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources:
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits:
Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles:
Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles:
Superannuation plan.
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
Interested in building your career at Anduril Industries? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
#J-18808-Ljbffr