Figure · 21 hours ago
Global Supply Manager, Mechanical
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expFigureai is a company focused on humanoid robots, and they are seeking a Mechanical Global Supply Manager to own the global sourcing strategy for mechanically complex parts. This role involves supplier selection, cost management, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure timely delivery of parts.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)HardwareIndustrial AutomationRobotics
Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mechanical components including CNC-machined parts, die castings, sheet metal, injection-molded plastics, bearings, fasteners, and electromechanical assemblies
Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of supporting rapid iteration and production ramps
Lead RFQs, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations across global regions
Drive supplier footprint decisions aligned with cost, capacity, and geopolitical risk
Own should-cost models and drive costs down through design collaboration, process optimization, and commercial negotiations
Define tooling strategies, capacity investments, and ramp plans with suppliers
Balance prototype speed with production scalability without burning bridges or budgets
Support NPI from early design through production ramp
Partner with Mechanical Engineering to influence DFM/DFA and reduce cost and lead time
Source and manage prototype, pilot, and production suppliers while meeting aggressive timelines
Own supplier’s performance across quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness
Lead capacity planning, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation for long-lead and critical parts
Resolve supply disruptions decisively and prevent repeats
Act as the supply chain owner for mechanical systems and subassemblies
Communicate sourcing strategies, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to technical and executive teams
Operate with urgency, data, and accountability in a fast-moving robotics environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
7+ years of global sourcing or supply chain experience for mechanical hardware
Strong understanding of CNC machining, casting, injection molding, and assembly processes
Experience supporting NPI and scaling production in hardware-focused companies
Proven ability to negotiate cost, capacity, and tooling with global suppliers
Preferred
Experience in robotics, EV, automotive, or high-volume electromechanical products
Sourcing experience across Asia, North America, and Europe
Comfortable working directly with drawings, BOMs, and cost breakdowns
Company
Figure
Figure is an AI robotics company that develops autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.85BKey Investors
Parkway Venture CapitalIntel CapitalBrett Adcock
2025-09-16Series C· $1B
2024-02-24Series B· $675M
2023-07-17Series Unknown· $9M
Leadership Team
Brett Adcock
Founder
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