Procurement Manager – Development & Contract Manufacturing

Role Overview

• Collaborate with Charm’s Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams to intake and action tactical procurement requests for hardware development, often working within quick turnaround time requirements
• Help onboard new vendors and identify cost-efficient procurement strategies, keeping a keen eye on balancing schedule and cost to meet Charm’s goals
• Drive procurement execution, including planning, scheduling, and delivery tracking
• Communicate logistics and schedule updates to Responsible Engineers, as well as any actions needed to recover potential schedule delays
• Serve as the primary day-to-day liaison with the contract manufacturer for production execution and coordination
• Translate engineering designs, BOMs, and specifications into clear manufacturing requirements and build plans through collaboration with Engineering Technical Program Management and Manufacturing Engineering
• Monitor production progress and identify risks related to cost, schedule, and quality; escalate as needed to Procurement leadership
• Facilitate issue resolution and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) across Charm and the contract manufacturer, ensuring alignment and timely follow-through
• Support supplier performance management by tracking KPIs and preparing inputs for formal reviews led by Procurement
• Lead regular program updates, build readiness assessments, and production status reviews with internal stakeholders
• Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), inspections, and commissioning readiness
• Develop and maintain program documentation, including timelines, risk registers, and status reporting
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, manufacturability enhancements, and more efficient program execution
• Support spare parts replenishment execution using Charm’s Kanban system(s) and inventory triggers, ensuring consistent material availability while balancing lead times, stocking levels, and cost efficiency

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, hardware program management, operations, or related roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Experience working with contract manufacturers, suppliers, or external production partners
• Strong program management skills, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and cross-functional coordination
• Ability to interpret technical documentation (e.g., drawings, BOMs, process flows) and translate them into executable manufacturing plans
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge technical, operational, and commercial teams
• Demonstrated ability to drive complex projects forward in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a bias toward ownership and execution
• Experience in industrial equipment, energy systems, climate tech, or other hardware-centric industries

Benefits

• Stock options
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 50% match on contributions up to 6%
• Paid time off, including parental leave
• A yearly professional development stipend
• Healthy snacks for onsite employees
• A chance to pivot into a role in climate!