Global Sourcing Manager - Defense

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term commodity sourcing strategies and secure cross-functional buy-in
• Lead strategic sourcing for the "Physical AI" stack, including high-performance GPU clusters, edge-compute modules, and specialized sensors (LiDAR, thermal, and radio)
• Partner with Engineering from the prototyping phase to ensure hardware meets SWaP-C requirements for ruggedized defense
• Create and execute RFx strategies and manage complex deal structuring
• Develop processes in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and corporate policies
• Ensure readiness and compliance for DCMA Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR)
• Build and manage strong relationships with industry-leading suppliers to reduce cost and increase value

Requirements

• 10+ years in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or global supply management
• 2+ years leading Physical AI or Robotics Commodity Procurement (GPUs/FPGA, edge-processing, or advanced sensing suites)
• Expertise with FAR, DFARS, DCMA audits, and CPSR
• Experience in DoD, aerospace, or defense contracting environments
• Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain, finance, business, or a similar field
• Exceptional negotiation and executive-level communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and rapidly evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA
• Experience working in a rapidly evolving startup environment
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Slack

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and equity (options and/or RSUs)
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement benefits with employer match
• Learning and wellness stipends
• Paid time off

About the Company

Applied Intuition is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017, the company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet, servicing the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries.