ABOUT THE JOBWe are seeking an experienced Global Supply Chain Integration Lead of India to fill a unique hybrid role that sits between supply chain and growth. The individual also act as a strategic advisor to Anduril growth teams and industry partners as we seek to bring Anduril products into the region by developing critical partnerships.This isn't a traditional supply chain role. You'll operate at the intersection of growth, strategic sourcing, and supply chain risk management—shaping deals before they're signed and building the infrastructure that enables rapid scaling in one of the world's most complex regulatory environments.WHAT YOU'LL DODrive Strategic Growth & Partnership DevelopmentFuel Anduril's India expansion by directly supporting growth and corporate development teams as we forge relationships with industry leaders across IndiaShape pre-contract strategy by driving scope definition, proposal development, and term sheet generation during pre-commit phases of international capturesBe the supply chain voice in critical go/no-go decisions, bringing market intelligence and risk assessment to leadership discussionsMonitor and analyze India's industrial ecosystem dynamics, emerging manufacturing technologies, and regulatory developments to identify partnership opportunitiesBuild & Optimize European Supply NetworksDevelop regional supply base by proactively identifying and qualifying suppliers across diverse commodity categories that support multiple product domainsLead end-to-end supplier engagement including selection, qualification, and onboarding for Anduril's Indian partners—assessing technical capability, capacity, quality systems, and financial stabilityMaster multi-tier visibility by understanding and mitigating supply chain risks and constraints across tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliersDrive localization initiatives that strengthen competitive positioning and align with national security supply chain requirementsProvide Expert Advisory & SupportGuide Indian industry partners by providing strategic advisory support to their supply chain teams as they identify and develop regional suppliersSupport comprehensive sourcing strategies for partners executing on Anduril programs, ensuring alignment with technical requirements and security considerationsNavigate regulatory complexity by ensuring flawless compliance with Indian regulations (REACH, RoHS, ITAR, dual-use goods, sanctions, export controlsPartner with business line teams to assess existing sourcing strategies and develop comprehensive approaches aligned with Anduril's product roadmap and cost targetsDrive Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous ImprovementServe as primary liaison between Anduril's engineering, operations, program teams and India manufacturing partners—bridging cultural and organizational boundariesPartner closely with Product Sourcing Engineers and Global Sourcing Managers to deliver integrated solutionsManage supplier performance including escalation protocols, corrective action oversight, and strategic capacity planning to support rapid scaling and new product introductionsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree ineering, Business, or a related field8+ years of progressive experience ferably withospace, or advanced technology industries.Demonstrated success negotiating and managing complex manufacturing agreements with Indian suppliers, with deep understanding of Indian business culture, negotiation practices, and relationship-building expectations.Professional fluency in English and Hindi (written and verbal), with proven ability to navigate cross-cultural communication and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels in both languages.Regulatory expertise in Indian compliance landscape (FEFTA, Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment, export controls, dual-use technology regulations)Broad commodity knowledge spanning electronics, precision manufacturing, materials, optics, sensors, and other defense-relevant categoriesDemonstrated success managing complex supplier relationships and negotiating agreements with Japanese companiesStrong analytical and financial acumen, including expertise uld-cost analysis, and make-vs-buy assessments, combined with proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing tools.Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, with willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30–40%) to support supplier engagement, audits, and program requirements.Ability to work across international timezones with U.S. partnersPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPast experience in defense industry highly desirableTrack record of building supplier networks and partnerships in IndiaNPI strategic sourcing experience in fast-paced environments.Foundational understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., electronics, machining).Strong financial acumen, including TCO and cost reduction.Past experience supporting growth teams or corporate development functions will be highly valuedThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:BenefitsAt Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported overy, and whatever comes next. *For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
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