Candidates with supply chain operations experience and cross-functional coordination skills will find this hardware-focused role with a high travel demand and emphasis on supplier readiness.
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Original posting from Formenergy via Ashby
Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a highly organized, execution-focused Supplier Operations Manager to serve as the primary program owner for one or more assigned hardware component suppliers. This role is accountable for end-to-end execution at the supplier level, spanning forecast management, capacity planning, data quality, and cross-functional coordination across all parts and commodities sourced from the account.
The SOM is the key liaison between Form's Global Supply Management team and assigned suppliers, partnering closely with Global Supply Managers (commodity owners), Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Finance. The SOM is the active operations resource ensuring supplier readiness, compliance, and performance as Form scales from NPI into volume production.
Relocation assistance is available. This role requires travel up to 50% of the time.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Own end-to-end program execution for assigned supplier account(s), covering both new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining phases.
- Serve as Form's primary operational point of contact for assigned suppliers; coordinate across all parts and commodities sourced from the account.
- Partner with Global Supply Managers to align commodity sourcing strategies with supplier-level execution plans and capacity commitments.
- Manage supplier forecast submissions, order status, and capacity reviews; drive adherence to forecast and commitment cadences.
- Own supplier-level data quality and process compliance, including lead times, order status, forecast accuracy, and standardized, high-quality reporting, including regularly refreshed Clear-To-Build (CTB) reports.
- Lead regular supplier program forums, status reviews, and executive summaries with internal stakeholders and supplier leadership.
- Coordinate supplier business reviews (SBRs) and periodic performance assessments; track and escalate supplier-specific risks, shortages, and recovery plans.
- Partner with Engineering and Quality to support first article, change management (ECOs), and supplier corrective actions.
- Coordinate inbound logistics, expedites, and delivery performance with suppliers and internal planning/receiving teams.
- Onboard and train suppliers on Form's data systems, quality reporting, forecast processes, and program requirements.
- Drive resolution of cross-commodity supplier issues that span multiple internal owners.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, with 1–3 years of experience in supply chain operations, supplier management, or manufacturing; or a recent college graduate with internship experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated actions toward becoming a supply chain professional (e.g., coursework, APICS/ASCM or similar certification, relevant projects, or hands-on supply chain experience).
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to travel up to 50% to supplier sites.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; ability to translate between internal teams and supplier planning organizations.
- Experience with hardware supply chain operations, including forecast management, capacity planning, and supplier performance tracking.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel or equivalent data tools.
PREFERRED:
- Master's degree
- Exposure to supplier operations, material planning, or manufacturing of mechanical, plastic, metal, or electromechanical components.
- Familiarity with capacity planning and forecast / response-to-forecast processes.
- Experience coordinating across commodity managers and engineering in a matrixed organization.
- Comfort working with overseas suppliers across time zones; additional languages a plus.
#LI-Onsite
Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Source: Formenergy careers (Ashby)