An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Material Program Manager to join a pioneering team at the forefront of AI-driven mobility. This company is deploying breakthrough autonomous systems powered by end-to-end deep learning — a globally rare approach shared only with one other market leader.
In this role, you’ll play a critical part in scaling early-stage autonomous hardware into production by building robust supply chains, driving procurement strategy, and supporting industrialisation efforts. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments, and brings both a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to supplier management and operational execution.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll play a critical part in scaling early-stage autonomous hardware into production by building robust supply chains, driving procurement strategy, and supporting industrialisation efforts. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments, and brings both a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to supplier management and operational execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead supply chain execution from early product development to scalable manufacturing
- Develop and manage supplier relationships across compute, PCBA, and complex hardware categories
- Collaborate with engineering teams to influence design for manufacturability and quality at scale
- Shape and implement clear-to-build (CTB) processes in coordination with contract manufacturers and internal teams
- Identify and source components and services aligned with engineering, commercial, and project requirements
- Manage tracking of materials, costs, and procurement status across multiple programs
- Contribute to program budgeting and strategic planning based on cost, scope, and delivery metrics
- Operate within an Agile environment with ambitious milestones and multi-disciplinary collaboration
- Proven track record of scaling hardware products from prototype to production
- Strong project or program management skills with the ability to influence across engineering, product, and operations
- Experience negotiating pricing, managing cost accounting, and supplier onboarding
- Clear communication skills, with the ability to represent trade-offs to both technical teams and leadership
- Demonstrated success working across internal technical teams and external suppliers or OEMs
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working under pressure in fast-growth environments
- Experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or advanced automotive systems
- Familiarity with global import/export regulations and international supply chain operations
