Global Supply Manager, Indirect & CapEx at Mach Industries

Huntington Beach, California, United States

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$110,000 – $170,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (10+ years of relevant experience may substitute for degree)
  • 2+ years of supply chain or procurement experience, with a focus on capital equipment, facilities, or indirect categories
  • Proven track record in contract negotiation, vendor management, and CapEx project execution
  • Strong understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO) and capital project budgeting
  • Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Operations
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing industries
  • Understanding of defense compliance (ITAR, EAR, NDAA)
  • Exposure to startup or growth-stage operations

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end sourcing, negotiation, and execution for capital equipment and infrastructure investments across Mach’s manufacturing and R&D facilities
  • Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and facilities teams to define equipment requirements, specifications, and total cost of ownership (TCO) models
  • Develop and execute multi-year Indirect procurement strategy covering CapEx, tooling, logistics, MRO, and professional services
  • Manage RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, and commercial negotiations to optimize cost, delivery, and technical compliance
  • Establish and maintain strong vendor partnerships while identifying new suppliers to expand Mach’s equipment and indirect supplier base
  • Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Program Management to align capital budgets, payment schedules, and contractual terms
  • Track indirect procurement spend, cost savings, and supplier performance through data-driven KPIs
  • Ensure all indirect sourcing activities align with defense compliance frameworks including ITAR, EAR, and NDAA
  • Drive standardization of indirect procurement processes, templates, and approval workflows across the company
  • Support enterprise-wide purchasing initiatives to improve efficiency, payment terms, and supplier accountability
  • Provide leadership visibility into indirect procurement performance, risks, and major capital commitments

Skills

Sourcing
Procurement
Negotiation
Supplier Identification
Bid Evaluation
Contracting
Vendor Management
CapEx Management
Indirect Procurement
TCO Analysis
Logistics
Tooling Procurement

Mach Industries

About Mach Industries

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$82.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Relocation Assistance
Professional Development Budget
Meal Benefits

Risks

Competition from established companies like Anduril could overshadow Mach Industries' growth.
High valuation expectations may pressure Mach Industries to deliver results quickly.
Technical challenges with hydrogen-powered tech could hinder military adoption.

Differentiation

Mach Industries focuses on hydrogen-powered defense technologies, a novel approach in military tech.
The company aims to revolutionize defense procurement with agile, iterative development processes.
Mach Industries' field-sourced hydrogen offers a strategic advantage by reducing logistical burdens.

Upsides

Mach Industries secured $79M in Series A funding, indicating strong investor confidence.
The involvement of top-tier investors like Bedrock Capital highlights the company's market attractiveness.
Silicon Valley's interest in defense tech suggests a favorable environment for Mach Industries.

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