Sr. Director, Commercial Sourcing Operations
- Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, aligning procurement strategies with EVgo's growth targets, capital deployment plans, and public company performance expectations.
- Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Finance, Field Operations, and Network Deployment leadership to support forecasting, margin improvement, and cost discipline.
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on supply market dynamics, cost trends, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Support long-range planning including infrastructure scaling, vendor capacity strategy, and capital efficiency initiatives.
- Define and execute EVgo's infrastructure equipment and services sourcing strategy across a global supply base.
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard global ODM partners with capabilities in power electronics, infrastructure design solutions, and ruggedized deployment equipment.
- Lead complex commercial negotiations including pricing models, capacity commitments, tooling investments, and long-term agreements.
- Optimize the global manufacturing footprint to balance cost, lead time, resiliency, and geopolitical considerations.
- Internal Hardware & Engineering Integration:
- Partner with Infrastructure and Hardware Engineering teams on design, development, and manufacturing of EV charging stations, switchboard equipment, and prefabricated charging skids.
- Embed procurement early in product development to influence design-for-cost, design-for-reliability, and supply chain resilience.
- Drive alignment across product management, engineering, and deployment teams to support NPI and rapid field scaling.
- Ensure procurement plays a central role in lifecycle management from prototyping through mass deployment and service support.
- Establish and lead a rigorous supplier governance model including KPIs, scorecards, and quarterly business reviews with key partners.
- Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and innovation performance across the supply base.
- Proactively manage supply risks including component shortages, logistics constraints, and regulatory impacts.
- Lead escalation management and resolution of critical supply or quality issues affecting network uptime and deployment timelines.
- Ensure compliance with ESG commitments, domestic sourcing initiatives, and applicable regulatory standards including Buy America requirements where applicable.
- Own procurement-driven cost targets including BOM cost reduction, total cost of ownership, and capital expenditure efficiency.
- Partner with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and margin expansion critical to public market performance.
- Implement scalable procurement systems, analytics, and processes to support rapid infrastructure growth.
- Drive supplier consolidation, strategic sourcing, and long-term cost optimization initiatives.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.
- Leads one or more functional areas of the sourcing organization through subordinate directors and senior managers; accountable for the function's strategic direction, performance, and organizational health.
- Develops and sustains a strong leadership pipeline within the sourcing organization through active coaching, succession planning, and talent investment.
- Defines workforce strategy for the sourcing function including organizational design, role architecture, and headcount planning in partnership with HR and executive leadership.
- Sets the culture and performance standard for the sourcing organization; models EVgo's values and builds an environment of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Serves as a senior advocate for the sourcing team across EVgo's executive leadership and cross-functional partners.
- Typically requires a minimum of 15 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's or MBA strongly preferred.
- Equivalent technical education or training in a related field (e.g., certification program, coursework in supply chain management, engineering, or business, or demonstrated on-the-job learning) accepted in lieu of a formal degree.
- Deep expertise in OEM, ODM, and contract manufacturing sourcing models.
- Demonstrated success partnering with engineering teams on complex hardware development and NPI processes.
- Strong understanding of global supply chains including Asia-based manufacturing ecosystems and North American deployment considerations.
- Advanced negotiation, supplier management, and contract structuring capabilities.
- Proven experience operating within or supporting a publicly traded company, with strong financial and operational discipline.
- Up to 30% travel may be required for supplier engagements, executive meetings, and cross-functional planning sessions.
- APICS CSCP, ISM CPSM, or equivalent professional certification.
- Experience in EV infrastructure, energy systems, automotive, or industrial equipment industries.
- Familiarity with Buy America requirements and ESG-linked sourcing standards.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus mental wellbeing support and wellness programs
- Financial Benefits: 401(k), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, life and disability insurance
- Work-Life Support: Uncapped paid time off, enhanced parental leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Care Navigation & Support: Access to Health Advocate services for help with claims, provider searches, and care decisions
- Flexible Care Options: Telehealth services for convenient, low-cost access to care
- Growth & Development: Mentorship programs and opportunities for career growth and internal mobility
- Additional Perks: Monthly Tech Stipend, one-time home office setup reimbursement, Volunteer time off, commuter benefits, and employee focused programs
- Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer discretionary target cash bonuses, restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval), and a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k).
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