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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 99 days Saildrone's roles stay open a median of 103 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Saildrone's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Saildrone
- high 26 stale, 4 reposted of 26 open
- Hiring momentum
- 4 roles opened in the last 90 days ↓ down vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-11-14
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Saildrone's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Saildrone.
About this role
As a Senior Global Supply Manager at Saildrone, you will lead the sourcing and supply chain strategy for critical commodities, collaborating closely with engineering and production teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products. Your role will involve strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost reduction, and risk mitigation, while also mentoring junior team members and establishing procurement processes in a fast-paced startup environment.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Saildrone as an employer.
What you need
- 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or procurement, preferably within a hardware, electronics, or mechanical manufacturing startup
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., PCBAs, semiconductors, electromechanical systems) and ability to read technical drawings
- Experience with cost modeling, capacity planning, and navigating 'make vs. buy' decisions
- Hands-on experience with PLM (Teamcenter X), ERP (NetSuite), and MRP systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of presenting complex data effectively
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field
What you get
- Generous Time Off: Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual plus a robust annual holiday schedule and paid sick leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions
- Shared Ownership in the Mission: Equity grants as part of compensation
- Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with flexible contribution options
- Investment in Your Growth: Annual professional development reimbursement program
- Relocation Support: Assistance for eligible roles
Worth weighing
- The role requires building supply chain processes from scratch in a startup environment, which may involve ambiguity and rapid changes.
- No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility in work hours, which could be a consideration for work-life balance.
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Listed by Saildrone on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-11-14. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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