Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.<h2>Role Description</h2>We are seeking a Staff Global Supply Manager to support our engineering and manufacturing teams in the sourcing of capital equipment for current and future production projects across multiple Form Energy manufacturing locations. With your expertise in sourcing and negotiation, you'll cultivate robust partnerships with our engineering teams and vital suppliers to ensure the fulfillment of cost, quality, and delivery objectives.<h3>What you'll do:</h3><ul style=""><li>Develop and execute commercial strategy to deliver on ambitious program and project timelines</li><li>Daily management of supply and constraints, status reporting and escalation, supplier engagement, operational excellence and continuous improvement</li><li>Build and maintain technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, technology landscape, and supply base for relevant equipment and automation vendors</li><li>Develop and issue complete RFQ packages to potential capital equipment, tooling and engineering and construction suppliers</li><li>Validate, analyze, and make sourcing recommendations based on quote packages from suppliers</li><li>Negotiate pricing, specifications, commercial terms and issue PO’s for Production Equipment, Tooling and associated services</li><li>Support organizational management objectives by identifying and negotiating commercial cost reduction opportunities, including make vs. buy decisions</li><li>Cultivate Best-in-Industry equipment and tooling supplier relationships, act as a single point of contact for all commercial and strategic issues within the supply base; drive continuous quality improvement</li><li>Work on "Lean" initiatives and identify other sourcing efficiencies via benchmarking, VA/VE, competitive quotes and resourcing</li></ul><h3>What you'll bring:</h3><ul style=""><li>A minimum of 6 years experience in strategic sourcing and/or category management within a dynamic, fast-paced environment</li><li>Bachelors or Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering or similar discipline</li><li>Deep expertise in capital equipment or engineering and construction categories</li><li>Strong presentation and influencing skills, including experience presenting to executive level management on strategic projects, program status, recommendations, and priorities</li><li>Ability to work both independently as well as to collaborate cross-functionally on multiple tasks and projects</li><li>Experience developing "should-cost" estimates, and analyzing vendor quotes, and driving cost-downs</li><li>Understanding of contract fundamentals; demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management</li><li>A blend of business and technical knowledge allowing for big-picture vision and the ability to dive deep into specific challenges</li><li>Ability to travel domestically and internationally approx. 30% of the time</li></ul><ul style=""><li>Strong analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to generate bottom-up “should-cost” models based on an understanding of manufacturing processes; comfortable with spreadsheets</li></ul><h3>Where you'll work:</h3>This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available.<div><div style="width:100%;height:0px;padding-bottom:56.338%;"></div></div><div style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"> </div>#LI-Onsite#LI-CB1Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs. If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion. Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

We are developing a new class of cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems that will enable a reliable and fully-renewable electric grid year-round.

Staff Global Supply Manager, Capex

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.<h2>Role Description</h2>We are seeking a Staff Global Supply Manager to support our engineering and manufacturing teams in the sourcing of capital equipment for current and future production projects across multiple Form Energy manufacturing locations. With your expertise in sourcing and negotiation, you'll cultivate robust partnerships with our engineering teams and vital suppliers to ensure the fulfillment of cost, quality, and delivery objectives.<h3>What you'll do:</h3><ul><li>Develop and execute commercial strategy to deliver on ambitious program and project timelines</li><li>Daily management of supply and constraints, status reporting and escalation, supplier engagement, operational excellence and continuous improvement</li><li>Build and maintain technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, technology landscape, and supply base for relevant equipment and automation vendors</li><li>Develop and issue complete RFQ packages to potential capital equipment, tooling and engineering and construction suppliers</li><li>Validate, analyze, and make sourcing recommendations based on quote packages from suppliers</li><li>Negotiate pricing, specifications, commercial terms and issue PO’s for Production Equipment, Tooling and associated services</li><li>Support organizational management objectives by identifying and negotiating commercial cost reduction opportunities, including make vs. buy decisions</li><li>Cultivate Best-in-Industry equipment and tooling supplier relationships, act as a single point of contact for all commercial and strategic issues within the supply base; drive continuous quality improvement</li><li>Work on "Lean" initiatives and identify other sourcing efficiencies via benchmarking, VA/VE, competitive quotes and resourcing</li></ul><h3>What you'll bring:</h3><ul><li>A minimum of 6 years experience in strategic sourcing and/or category management within a dynamic, fast-paced environment</li><li>Bachelors or Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering or similar discipline</li><li>Deep expertise in capital equipment or engineering and construction categories</li><li>Strong presentation and influencing skills, including experience presenting to executive level management on strategic projects, program status, recommendations, and priorities</li><li>Ability to work both independently as well as to collaborate cross-functionally on multiple tasks and projects</li><li>Experience developing "should-cost" estimates, and analyzing vendor quotes, and driving cost-downs</li><li>Understanding of contract fundamentals; demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management</li><li>A blend of business and technical knowledge allowing for big-picture vision and the ability to dive deep into specific challenges</li><li>Ability to travel domestically and internationally approx. 30% of the time</li></ul><ul><li>Strong analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to generate bottom-up “should-cost” models based on an understanding of manufacturing processes; comfortable with spreadsheets</li></ul><h3>Where you'll work:</h3>This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available.<div><div></div></div><div> </div>#LI-Onsite#LI-CB1Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs. If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion. Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

Staff Global Supply Manager, Capex

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