Vice President, Supply Chain Management

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. PurposeLead a resilient, agile, and scalable supply chain that serves as a competitive advantage, ensuring high-quality sourcing, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency.The RoleThis role requires a strategic leader with a track record for building and leading high performing teams in challenging environments, who has deep expertise in advanced manufacturing of automotive and / or aerospace vehicles, supplier development, and global logistics, and who can drive innovation and efficiency within our supply chain ecosystem. As the Vice President of Supply Chain, you will lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for both Divergent Technologies and Czinger Vehicles. You will be responsible for supplier management, supplier development, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and operational efficiency to ensure a robust, agile, and scalable supply chain that supports our cutting-edge manufacturing processes. This role requires a strategic leader with deep expertise in advanced manufacturing, supplier development, and global logistics, who can drive innovation and efficiency within our supply chain ecosystem.Leadership & Strategy : Build and mentor a high-performing, cross-functional team, developing a supply chain strategy that enhances scalability, resilience, and cost-effectiveness while optimizing supplier relationships for quality, reliability, and risk mitigation.Supplier Management & Procurement : Develop and manage strategic supplier partnerships, ensuring high-performance standards, quality control, compliance, and cost optimization across automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors.Logistics, Inventory & Fulfillment : Oversee global logistics and inventory management, leveraging digital tools and automation to ensure on-time delivery, supply continuity, and cost efficiency.Operational Efficiency & Cost Optimization : Streamline procurement, logistics, and warehousing, implementing AI-driven forecasting and ERP enhancements to drive cost savings, process optimization, and operational excellence.Risk & Compliance : Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity, resilience, and regulatory compliance across procurement and supplier relationships.Cross-Functional & Customer Focus : Align supply chain operations with engineering, manufacturing, and finance, optimizing fulfillment and on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery to drive customer satisfaction.Basic Qualifications10 years of leadership in supply chain, procurement, or operations in advanced manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, or defense.Expertise in supplier strategy, contract negotiations, logistics, and global sourcing.ERP, MRP, and AI-driven supply chain technology expertise.Strong financial acumen with cost modeling and procurement efficiency experience.Bachelor's degree (or executive-level experience)Preferred QualificationsExperience in precision manufacturing and complex, low-volume supply chains.Knowledge of sustainability, ESG, and responsible sourcing.MBA preferred.Work EnvironmentOffice, Warehouse, Manufacturing FloorPay Range$218,110-$299,880 USDWhat We Offer : Holistic Compensation Package : Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.Wellness and Time Off : Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.Comprehensive Health and Wellness : Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.Investment in Growth : We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.Collaborative and High-Performing Environment : Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment OpportunityDivergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify : Right to WorkOur company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Salary : $218,110 - $299,880