Global Supply Analyst

About The Role

Base is hiring a Global Supply Analyst to help source and manage the suppliers behind their home battery systems. This role supports sourcing from RFQ to award, builds cost models, and ensures suppliers stay on track during production scaling. The analyst will collaborate closely with senior supply managers, engineering, manufacturing, and logistics, with opportunities for rapid ownership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support RFQs end-to-end: gather requirements, send RFQs, compare bids, and recommend suppliers.
• Build and maintain should-cost models and pricing benchmarks for cost reduction and negotiation preparation.
• Assist in negotiating piece price, tooling, and payment terms, and maintain organization of contracts and agreements.
• Track supplier performance on cost, quality, and delivery, and identify issues promptly.
• Manage lead times, capacity, and open orders with suppliers during production ramp-up.
• Research new suppliers and market trends within assigned categories.
• Present findings and recommendations to the supply chain team and engineering partners.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Clear, direct written and verbal communication.
• Strong organization, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 25% of the time).

Qualifications

• A degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related internship.

Preferred Skills

• Internship or work experience in sourcing, procurement, or manufacturing at a hardware company.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal, or electronics assembly.
• Experience with MRP or ERP systems.
• A technical or analytical background to understand part manufacturing and cost drivers.