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Supply Chain Manager

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Who We Are

Sauron protects your family and home, bringing the innovations of autonomous robots and self-driving cars to residential security. Our team is led by veteran entrepreneurs and roboticists, alumni of Zipline, Tesla, Apple, and Google. Sauron has raised an $22M seed round led by A* and Atomic with participation from other leading venture capital firms and angel investors, including 8VC and Flock Safety CEO Garret Langley.

The Role | Supply Chain Management

Sauron is creating a new paradigm in how homeowners interact with their properties and security systems. As the first member of our supply chain management team, you will play a pivotal role in leading the commercial efforts for hardware elements of our security systems. You will drive the vendor and contract manufacturer survey, selection, and negotiation process, own the commercial agreements with our supply chain partners, manage those relationships, and play a pivotal role in ensuring that we are producing high quality, commercially viable hardware products. You will work alongside cross-functional teams including product design, electrical engineering, and our installation team to deliver world-class products.

We value:

Collaboration, teamwork, and creative thinking.
Taking ownership over the full product experience from installation through customer interaction and lifecycle reliability.
Test-driven, evidence-based development and hands-on, rapid validation.
Collaborative and honest relationships with our internal and external partners.

You will contribute by:

Identifying, evaluating, and onboarding domestic and international vendors and suppliers aligned with our elevated quality standards, technical capability requirements, and operational needs.
Leading the sourcing, vetting, and ongoing relationship management with contract manufacturers to ensure alignment on quality, timelines, and scalability.
Driving cost-effective and value-driven commercial negotiations with suppliers and manufacturers while maintaining quality and service expectations.
Building and nurturing long-term partnerships across the supply chain ecosystem, becoming the primary point of contact for all operational vendors and CM partners.
Continuously evaluating supply chain performance, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing improvements to enhance agility, reduce costs, and ensure product excellence.
Working closely with Product, Engineering, and Finance teams to align supply chain strategies with company objectives and product roadmaps.

Your background includes:

8+ years of experience in supply chain management (GSM), sourcing, or operations, preferably within consumer electronics or hardware startups.
Proven track record in managing contract manufacturers and global vendor relationships.
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation startup environment.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with ERP systems and supply chain tools.

Nice to haves (familiarity with / desire to learn):

Experience in luxury goods, high-end consumer electronics, or premium home products.
Background in international logistics or hardware launch cycles.
Experience as the first member of a supply chain management team and with establishing infrastructure, toolsets, and operational norms.
Familiarity with camera, audio, and kinematic control hardware.

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What You Should Know About Supply Chain Manager, Sauron

As a Supply Chain Manager at Sauron in San Francisco, you'll embark on an exciting journey at the forefront of residential security innovation. Sauron, a trailblazer in autonomous robotics and self-driving technology, is looking for someone just like you to take the reins of our supply chain management efforts. Being the first member of this dynamic team means you’ll have a unique opportunity to shape the future of our hardware products. Your role will involve establishing solid relationships with vendors and contract manufacturers to ensure that we maintain the highest quality standards in our security systems. You will lead the sourcing and selection process, negotiate commercial agreements, and manage ongoing partnerships, all while collaborating with cross-functional teams to guarantee that our products deliver unparalleled value. If you’re passionate about creative solutions and thrive in a fast-paced environment, your contributions will significantly influence our company’s success. With your 8+ years of experience in supply chain management and a knack for fostering relationships, you’ll drive the best practices for efficiency and excellence. Here at Sauron, we pride ourselves on teamwork and an evidence-based development approach. So, if you're ready to take ownership and leave your mark on the future of home security, we’d love to hear from you!

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What responsibilities does a Supply Chain Manager at Sauron have?

The Supply Chain Manager at Sauron plays a crucial role in leading the supply chain activities for our innovative security products. This includes identifying and onboarding domestic and international vendors, managing relationships with contract manufacturers, and negotiating commercial agreements to ensure product quality and service expectations are met. Continuous evaluation of supply chain performance and driving improvements to enhance efficiency are also key responsibilities.