Global supply manager

At Boom Supersonic, we're building Superpower, a 42-megawatt industrial gas turbine designed to deliver high-efficiency power generation at scale. Our first prototype is being assembled right now, we're standing up the production facility in parallel, and we're hiring the person who will build the supplier base that keeps that ramp on schedule. Boom is seeking a Global Supply Manager (GSM) to own the end-to-end sourcing and supply chain strategy for metals (alloy, castings, forgings), precision machined parts, electrical & controls, supporting systems, etc. (commodity). The role requires close partnerships with third parties such as partners and suppliers and will collaborate closely with planning, engineering, finance, and legal teams, and logistics.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end RFx cycle, including identifying suppliers, preparing and issuing RFQs, evaluating responses, executing supplier capability assessments, driving negotiations, and nominating selected partners; Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to orchestrate New Product Introduction (NPI) and scaling to production, and participate in design reviews and change control meetings; Develop, align, and execute comprehensive commodity strategies and inform executive-level decisions; Gain a deep understanding of the supply base, fabrication and assembly processes, materials, lead times, and global trends; Evaluate global supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to support Boom's production ramp; Ensure NDAs, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and long-term agreements align supply with business needs; Own supplier relationships end-to-end, including performance metrics, scorecards, dispute resolution, and periodic business reviews; Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to build procurement strategies aligned to business requirements; Manage relevant master data in MRP and ensure demand signal accuracy and line of balance with supply; Issue and manage purchase orders from creation through delivery and invoice resolution

Requirements

5+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement; Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or equivalent experience; Experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or product development; Understanding of costing concepts, cost reduction, and modeling; Excellent data-driven decision making, problem solving, and analytical skills; Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across engineering, operations, finance, and legal teams; Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships; Ability to travel up to 15% of the time; Must conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations (ITAR and EAR): applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Benefits

Medical coverage with Boom paying 70% of medical premiums; Fully paid dental and vision premiums for employee-only coverage; $100–$300 company HSA match on eligible medical plans; 401(k) with company match; Generous paid time off and company holidays; Paid parental leave; Confidential counseling, coaching, and therapy resources; Company-paid life and disability insurance; Pet insurance; $1,000 contribution to Invest America accounts for Boom babies; Healthy meals, on-site gym, and fully stocked kitchen; Ongoing wellness events; Discounts on technology, concerts, and rental cars; Dedicated real estate team to help find a home; Competitive pay and meaningful equity