Global Supply Manager - Logistics

About xAI xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We are looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding vaue and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too. xAI has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better with us as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality and delivery. This individual will support indirect supplier management and SG&A spend reduction initiatives. The purchasing team has aggressive objectives for 2026 that will positively impact our product and bottom line. We are looking for the right person who is equipped and ready for these challenges to join our team. This role will work closely with xAI Logistics organization to control costs, mitigate risks, and improve customer experience by maturing cost- and risk-focused strategies with international and domestic parcel couriers, international freight forwarders, domestic freight brokers, warehousing providers, and customs brokers. RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify and execute projects to completion including planning, coordinating with stakeholders, and communicating project updates. Analyze global supply chain dynamics and market volatility impacting logistics providers; develop procurement strategies like multi-sourcing, diversification, and performance-based clauses to balance cost and risk. Assist in the authoring of contract documents with the Legal Department. Management of contracts ensuring performance of the supplier to contract obligations. Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret the application of contracts to business needs. Negotiate to maximize value and cost savings benefit while lowering risk. Manage preferred supplier relationships for assigned category. Identify areas of need within xAI and develop improvement plans with suppliers to meet those needs. Collaborate with Logistics on selection of new suppliers. Create and implement management programs to develop, continuously improve, manage the performance of, and monitor (KPIs) key performance indicators of the supply base that include, but are not limited to on-time delivery, payment terms, cash targets, and cost savings. Cultivate partnerships with internal stakeholders (e.g., Logistics, Finance) through clear communication and data-driven insights; advocate for category procurement strategies to ensure alignment and execution on spend initiatives. Own advanced quantitative analysis to identify financial impacts of decisions and performance for category managed. Perform business process analysis and develop models to improve cost. Collaborate with stakeholders to define SLAs and KPIs for suppliers and measure the appropriate criteria, such as delivery of business results, cost reduction, quality, and timeliness of delivery. Conduct research, perform benchmarking, and gather market analysis for assigned categories. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree and 4+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Purchasing Contract negotiation Material or production planning Operations or supply chain management Material cost control Master production scheduling PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a science discipline Deep understanding of transportation processes for inbound freight from the port to manufacturing and/or warehouse facilities, air and sea freight Experience with carrier cost models, including parcel couriers, freight forwarders, and freight brokers Experience with the use/implementation of logistics technology tools including Advance Shipment Notice (ASN) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Understanding of integrated courier operations with ability to negotiate and drive change in supplier relationship. Experience within the APAC markets Experience with one or more of the following: Python, data mining, data structure, programming Exceptional analytical and organizational skills Remarkable problem-solving skills Ability to prioritize appropriately to meet internal customer and company needs Effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal personnel Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment Conducts all activities with the highest integrity Ability to prioritize appropriately to meet internal customer and company needs 1+ years of experience with SQL and data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Looker) COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $125,000 - $180,000 USD Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. xAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.