Director, Global Supply Management - Mechanicals

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. As Skydio is going through rapid growth and multiple new product introductions (NPI), the role will not only be leading from the trenches to ensure supply continuity but also do so cost effectively. The role will also have ownership of developing the company's Supply Chain and Sourcing processes and tools. Management and improvement of existing suppliers, as well as development of new suppliers with access to new technologies, will also be factors in this role. In addition, this role will build a resilient and scalable supply chain.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic vision and direction to align global supply chain with short and long-term business objectives and product strategies; Align supplier selection, supplier geographic location and supply chain architecture to long term product and corporate goals; Direct team to manage commercial terms, should-cost modeling, inventories, and deliveries for a diverse array of components, materials and sub-assemblies, including injection molded parts, machined components, packaging, rubber, fasteners, etc.; Develop component inventory strategies to support production and meet business objectives; Work across the broader Hardware Operations organization to ensure mechanical component delivery, production planning, manufacturing output, and fulfillment to meet on-time delivery; Work collaboratively with Hardware Engineering teams early in the design process to ensure components are cost-effective, manufacturable, and supply-secure at scale. You will maintain a tight feedback loop—balancing technical requirements with supplier capabilities, lead times, and risk so that design decisions support both performance and reliable execution; Establish a supplier assessment process, including quantitative measures, ratings and feedback for specific key criteria; Support long range capacity planning for sourcing decisions based on S&OP and pipeline scenarios; Work closely with Business Systems and other internal departments to continuously improve material and production planning methods, systems, and processes; Hire, mentor and develop a diverse and high performing team; Set clear priorities and establish a culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Manufacturing, Operations, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering; Direct experience leading a Mechanical Supply Chain organization with a minimum of 8 years experience; Strategic Planning and ability to simplify complex issues and topics; Demonstrated ability to collaborate across boundaries (functional and cultural) and form effective working relationships with colleagues.

Nice to have

Demonstrated change management and process management experience

Benefits

Equity in the form of stock options; Comprehensive benefits packages; Group health insurance plans; Paid vacation time; Sick leave; Holiday pay; 401K savings plan; Relocation assistance (for eligible roles)