Overview Global Supply Manager - Electrical Systems We are actively looking for a highly talented Global Supply Manager to join the Nikola Supply Chain team to lead the sourcing of Electrical Systems for our Nikola vehicles. In this global Purchasing role, you will work with cross functional teams to support all NPI and purchasing related activities for Nikola Vehicles in Europe and North America. You will report directly to the Purchasing Manager, Electric / Electronic as an individual contributor. Responsibilities Establish and manage Nikola's Supply base to ensure the best suppliers are selected to support all development, prototyping and production activity Experience sourcing Electrical Systems (High & Low Voltage wire Harnesses) Lead all RFP/RFQ activities for your respective area and clearly communicate Nikola's mission, values, and expectations. Lead all contractual discussions with suppliers (Supply Agreements/NDAs/Terms and conditions/SOWs) Analyze supplier proposals and negotiate all aspects of the quotation to drive down the total cost of ownership and ensure world class pricing Monitor supplier performance and take necessary steps to address gaps and resolve issues Recommend and effectively present status, sourcing and spend discussions to leadership, for multiple programs that meet the business objectives and timelines Build relationships across multiple teams (Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality) and work across different levels in the organization to ensure program timelines are achieved Monitor current category market conditions, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges and opportunities Support the efforts of the supplier quality team for supplier development, qualification, and quality issue resolution Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or Engineering is required (a master's degree is a plus) Understanding of manufacturing processes and experience sourcing Electrical components. Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fab drawing, BOMs and all related harness files. New Product Introduction experience is a plus Experience working in Automotive, Commercial Vehicle, or an Electric Vehicle Start-up is a plus Ability for global travel as needed ~25%3-5 years of purchasing or commodity management experience About Nikola: Nikola Corporation is globally transforming the transportation industry. As a designer and manufacturer of zero-emission battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, electric vehicle drivetrains, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and hydrogen station infrastructure, Nikola is driven to revolutionize the economic and environmental impact of commerce as we know it today. Nikola Corporation is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information, visit
Candidates must have current U.S. work authorization or be TN eligible from Mexico or Canada. This position is not eligible for CPT or OPT. EEO Statement Nikola Corporation™ is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, age, sex, ancestry, marital status, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by state or federal law.
