Materials Program Manager (Contract) at Aeva

About us:Aevas mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics consumer electronics consumer health security and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.Role Overview:As Materials Program Manager you will play a critical role in ensuring operational success for our business. You will be responsible for materials readiness availability and visibility. This is a strategic supply chain role interacting with suppliers and core internal teams encompassing critical component planning allocation direction supply flexibility modeling and materials liability management.If you have a passion for complex supply chain operations and leading-edge technology then we hope you will consider joining our team.What youll do:Manage the CTB (clear to build) process with suppliers and OEMsMonitor inventory levels lead times and demand forecast to minimize shortages and excess inventoryWork with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and resolve material related issues or shortagesProblem-solve and influence others through relationships and dataUse advanced modeling and predictive analytical skills with a deep understanding of Excel techniques and other data visualization tools such as VBA SQL TableauProvide executive level updates on critical material supply and industry trendsWhat you have:Bachelors degree in an Engineering related field or equivalent experience5 years of materials management experienceDeep understanding of electrical and mechanical component lead-times to ensure the flow of materials through the supply chain meets production schedules inventory control requirements and ongoing material line supportExperience working directly with component suppliers and contract manufacturers to achieve supply chain objectivesStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to management requiredNice to have:Thirst for knowledge and the ability to learn quickly with a strong interest in technology and/or operationsWillingness to travel internationally up to 10% based on business needs$45 - $65 an hourRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 45 - 65