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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About Redwood Materials</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling </strong><strong>— </strong><strong>keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017,</strong><strong> we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-contrast="none"><strong>Senior Manager, Global Supply Chain CapEx</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">The Senior Manager, Global Supply Chain – Capital Equipment is a critical leadership role responsible for the end-to-end procurement, logistics, and supplier management of capital equipment supporting Redwood Materials' rapidly expanding manufacturing operations. This role owns the global sourcing strategy for equipment, partnering closely with Engineering, Finance, and Operations to deliver capital projects on time, on budget, and to specification. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;" data-contrast="none">The ideal candidate brings deep experience in capital equipment procurement, a strong command of global supplier landscapes, and the ability to operate with urgency and precision in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities will include:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Capital Equipment Sourcing & Procurement</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":280,"335559739":120}"> </span></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Lead global sourcing strategy for capital equipment across all Redwood facilities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Manage the full procurement lifecycle: requirements definition, RFQ/RFP development, supplier evaluation, negotiation, contract execution, and purchase order management.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Develop and maintain a competitive, qualified supplier base capable of supporting Redwood's aggressive capacity expansion roadmap.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions through supplier negotiations, design-for-cost initiatives, and strategic sourcing levers.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Build and lead team that works closely with Engineering, Finance, and Project Management on equipment specifications, lead times, and acceptance criteria.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Leading and participating in research and development to meet strategic objectives</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Lead design concept/development efforts, working directly with engineers to vet/validate multiple different proposed solutions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Define engineering workflows and plans for the team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Finalize design scope from initial concepts and budgets, define initial assumptions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Partner with the project management team to identify and document all project design milestones and deliverables.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Continuously monitor and measure all project design processes and activities to identify and communicate potential issues, risks, and problems and provide corrective action options to drive to resolution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Collaborates with internal teams to develop and implement strategies, tactical and operational plans for the procurement of consumables and specialty materials required for all applications and product development </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Reviews and analyzes activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine the company’s progress toward stated goals of the project team, including business, financial, and schedule goals and objectives </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Coordinates activities with contractors, suppliers and vendors including contract management and negotiations, RFP management and negotiations, change order management, schedule adherence, developing bidder’s lists, bid leveling, create and manage Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Makes and/or executes decisions on project purchases </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Oversees and coordinates development activities between suppliers and development teams to ensure overall sourcing and procurement is aligned with corporate directives </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Travel as required at company expense </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Work with the Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance teams to identify opportunities for cost reductions and avoidance </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Create and implement targeted category strategies supported by robust analysis and research </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Develop and deploy spend management policies, processes, and best practices; monitor and manage internal compliance </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Lead selection, evaluation, and management of key suppliers </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Negotiate and execute contracts with key suppliers </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Identify and manage relationships with strategic suppliers </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Design and track procurement KPIs, metrics, and dashboards </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Supplier Relationship Management</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":280,"335559739":120}"> </span></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic capital equipment suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance, quality, and innovation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Conduct regular supplier business reviews (QBRs) to assess performance against KPIs including on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers to diversify the supply base and reduce single-source risk.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Manage supplier escalations and resolve disputes in a timely, professional manner.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Project & Logistics Coordination</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":280,"335559739":120}"> </span></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Coordinate international and domestic equipment shipments, including import/export compliance, customs clearance, freight forwarding, and final-mile delivery to site.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Collaborate with Project Managers and Site Teams to align equipment delivery schedules with construction and commissioning timelines.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Maintain accurate procurement trackers, milestone dashboards, and spend reporting for executive visibility.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Support the capital expenditure (CapEx) planning process with accurate lead time, pricing, and supplier capacity data.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Process Improvement & Compliance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":280,"335559739":120}"> </span></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Develop and continuously improve sourcing policies, procurement workflows, and supplier qualification standards specific to capital equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Ensure all procurement activities comply with Redwood's Code of Conduct, ESG commitments, and relevant trade regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFAC where applicable).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Champion digital tools and data-driven decision-making within the supply chain function.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Mentor and develop junior supply chain team members; build organizational capability over time.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":300}"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Desired Qualifications:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">8+ years of progressive supply chain or procurement experience, with at least 4 years focused on capital equipment in a manufacturing, energy, or industrial environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-value capital equipment procurements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Strong knowledge of global supplier landscapes for industrial machinery, process equipment, or battery manufacturing equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Proven negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings and favorable contract terms.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Experience with international logistics, incoterms, customs, and trade compliance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and procurement tools.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Strong communication and executive presence; comfortable presenting to leadership and stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Preferred Experience </span></strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Master's degree (MBA or MS in Engineering/Supply Chain) or equivalent advanced credentials.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Experience in battery manufacturing, semiconductor, chemical processing, or energy transition industries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent certification.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Experience in a high-growth startup or greenfield manufacturing environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Fluency in Mandarin, German, or Japanese (a plus given key supplier geographies).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with sustainability sourcing frameworks, conflict minerals compliance, or responsible sourcing standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></span></li>
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<p></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.</span></p>
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