Supply Chain Manager

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14's dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

The Supply Chain Manager, BAM-2 will be accountable for all supply chain functions at the BAM-2 Facility. These functions include production scheduling, order fulfillment, inventory planning (finished goods and raw material), logistics (inbound and outbound), warehousing and the MRO Storeroom. Reporting to the Vice President of Supply Chain, this position will serve as a key member of the BAM-2 Leadership Team and will work cross-functionally to ensure the facility is aligned with and executing the company's supply chain strategy.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

-Lead, manage and develop the site supply chain team.

-Develop and communicate the plant's production schedule ensuring alignment with the Sales and Operations Plan.

-Lead and manage the facility's Order Fulfillment function and staff.

-Lead and manage the facility's purchasing and storeroom function and staff.

-Work in close coordination with the VP, Supply Chain on overall warehousing and logistics strategy for the business.

-Establish relationships, negotiate with, and manage logistics providers across the defined supply network.

-Coordinate inbound logistics from materials suppliers in close coordination with technical operating staff.

-Establish, implement, and report on appropriate measures and KPIs that support continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

-Provide regular summaries and reports to the Executive Leadership Team of the status of ongoing projects and elevate critical issues in a timely manner for resource allocation and decision support.

-Participates in root cause analysis to recommend enhancements or other appropriate actions to improve supply chain productivity and customer satisfaction.

-May act as a project manager on key supply chain projects.

-Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

-Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent experience.

-10+ years of overall Supply Chain Experience.

-10+ years in a high-volume manufacturing facility.

-Sourcing and purchasing experience of high-volume MRO materials and specialty equipment.

-Rail, bulk truck and third-party transload negotiation and management experience.

OTHER QUALITIES WE'D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

-Ability to work across the entire supply chain (plan, source, make, deliver) with a strong competency in sourcing, purchasing and Sales & Operations Planning.

-High level of project organization, attention to detail and time management.

-Ability to multi-task and react positively to a dynamic and growing business environment.

-Ability to plan and manage large volume supply chains.

-Ability to translate business requirements into technical implementation.

-Strong project leadership skills.

-Experience in vendor/supplier/partner relationship building and management.

-Strong relationship building skills.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

-Paid time off

-401(k) with company match

-Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn't just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $145,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.