Supply Engineering Team Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Directly report to the Chief Technical Officer while leading a team of four Supply Engineers.

• Oversee glass orders and guarantee that necessary hardware and materials are prepared for production initiation.

• Strategically plan inventory levels and anticipate procurement requirements.

• Analyze technical drawings and specifications to create precise material lists.

• Confirm dimensions, finishes, and quality specifications prior to order placement.

• Monitor engineering documentation and procurement adjustments throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure that procurement documentation and component orders are finalized ahead of production and container arrivals.

• Identify, assess, and cultivate supplier relationships across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

• Negotiate pricing, payment conditions, and delivery timelines.

• Oversee purchasing for production, warehousing, and installation operations.

• Evaluate supplier performance and address quality, logistics, and delivery challenges.

• Enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and cost effectiveness.

• Collaborate with Sales, Project Managers, Engineers, Estimators, Warehouse, and Installation teams.

• Assist with engineering modifications, material substitutions, and procurement strategies.

• Offer procurement expertise, material suggestions, and pricing insights for projects.

• Ensure that purchased materials comply with project specifications and technical documentation.

• Lead, mentor, and nurture four Supply Engineers.

• Delegate tasks, prioritize workloads, and track project deadlines.

• Conduct individual meetings and provide coaching and performance evaluations.

• Review procurement documentation, material lists, and purchase orders prepared by the team.

• Assist with complex sourcing challenges and supplier escalations.

• Coordinate procurement initiatives with internal stakeholders.

• Propel continuous improvement initiatives and streamline procurement processes.

• Report advancements, risks, and operational updates to the Chief Technical Officer.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain within the glass, glazing systems, architectural hardware, or closely related sectors.

• At least 3 years of experience in people management, including direct leadership of procurement, sourcing, or supply teams.

• Demonstrated experience in establishing or expanding a procurement/sourcing function from the ground up, encompassing processes, workflows, supplier management standards, reporting, KPIs, and team structure.

• Experience in designing and executing procurement processes, policies, and operating procedures throughout the entire purchasing cycle.

• Significant experience working with international suppliers and markets, preferably across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America.

• Practical experience in sourcing and procuring glass, glazing components, aluminum or steel systems, architectural hardware, fittings, accessories, or similar materials.

• Experience in managing supplier relationships, negotiations, pricing, lead times, quality challenges, and supply risks.

• Experience with international logistics, import/export, customs, and cross-border procurement.

• Capability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.

• Experience in implementing or enhancing procurement tools, task management systems, reporting, and cross-functional workflows.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and PDF tools.

• Fluent English is essential.

• Fluency in Russian is an advantage.

• Confident and proactive leadership style.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• High degree of ownership and accountability.

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Availability to work Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• 5 paid vacation days during the first year.

• 15 paid vacation days annually starting from the second year.

• Paid Sick Leave: 5 days per year.

• Protected Time Off: 32 hours per year.

• Opportunities for professional growth.

• Ability to impact decisions and process enhancements.

• Collaboration with an international team.

• Work on intricate, high-quality custom projects.