Salient Motion

Global Supply Chain Manager, Mechanical

Salient Motion · Torrance, CA

Posted 28 days ago · $160,000-$175,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
28 days
Salient Motion's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
95% of Salient Motion's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Salient Motion
high
13 stale, 0 reposted of 22 open
Hiring momentum
27 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Salient Motion's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Salient Motion.

About this role

The Global Supply Chain Manager, Mechanical is responsible for managing the mechanical supply base for actuator product lines at Salient Motion. This role involves sourcing precision mechanical components, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The manager will also collaborate with engineering teams on material selection and oversee supplier performance to ensure timely and cost-effective production.

Our read on this posting4.0out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain for precision mechanical components
  • Experience sourcing machined, forged, or cast metal components and raw materials
  • Knowledge of GD&T, material certifications, and special process requirements
  • Experience negotiating supply agreements and pricing with suppliers
  • Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and supplier qualification processes
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Nice to have

  • Experience sourcing components for actuation systems or high-precision mechanical assemblies
  • Familiarity with internal CNC machine shop operations
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems for demand planning and PO management

What you get

  • Competitive compensation: $160,000-$175,000
  • Exceptional healthcare benefits — Medical is 100% covered by the company
  • Life Insurance (2x Salary) 100% covered by the company
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401K
  • Financial Wellness Resources

Worth weighing

  • Position requires U.S. Person status due to export-controlled components
  • Role involves significant supplier management and negotiation, which may be challenging
  • Company is moving facilities in the summer, which could impact logistics or team dynamics

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Listed by Salient Motion on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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