Cylake

Director, Supply Chain

Sunnyvale · Director · Full-time

H1B sponsorship available$10k-$15kDetected 7 days ago

NegotiationSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementLeadership

About the role

We're looking for an exceptional Supply Chain leader to build our supply chain foundation that will bring Cylake's first product to market.
You'll partner directly with Engineering and the executive team to build the supplier ecosystem, manufacturing strategy, and supply chain that will scale from prototypes to production. From identifying critical suppliers and qualifying manufacturing partners to coordinating prototype builds and launching production, you'll play a central role in turning ambitious engineering into products that ship.
This role is ideal for someone who has built and scaled complete hardware systems inside a high-growth technology company and enjoys hands-on solving of ambitious problems while building the team to scale it.

You'll build the supplier relationships, manufacturing strategy, and supply chain that takes Cylake's first product from engineering prototype to customer shipment.
Build the sourcing strategy for all critical components and manufacturing partners.
Identify, qualify, and negotiate with contract manufacturers (CMs), EMS partners, and key suppliers.
Develop strong supplier relationships that ensure quality, availability, and long-term scalability.
Drive supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and supply risk mitigation.
Partner with Engineering from the earliest stages of product development.
Ensure products are designed for manufacturability and supply availability.
Lead manufacturing readiness from prototype builds through production launch.
Work with manufacturing partners to deliver quality products on schedule.
Manage purchasing for prototype and production materials.

10-15+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, and product operations.
Deep experience with contract manufacturers, EMS partners, and strategic suppliers across global regions.
Prefer ownership over bureaucracy, and is motivated by the ability to make an impact.

Cylake is backed by Greylock and IQT with a $45M seed investment and a tier one board of directors.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and long-term success.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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