Senior Vice President, Supply Chain

Company Overview:

Headquartered in San Diego, California, Inseego Corp. (Nasdaq: INSG) is an industry pioneer in intelligent device-to-cloud solutions that extend the network edge, enabling wireless coverage, multi-gigabit data speeds, low latency, and security to deliver highly reliable internet access. Our innovative mobile and fixed wireless access (FWA) solutions incorporate the most advanced technologies (including 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, SD-WAN, SASE, and others) into a wide range of products that provide robust connectivity indoors, outdoors, and in the harshest industrial environments. Inseego products and SaaS solutions are designed and developed in the USA. We utilize the company’s patented technologies to provide the highest quality 4G and 5G connectivity for service providers, enterprises, and government entities. 

Position Overview:

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Supply Chain will lead and develop the strategic and operational direction of the company’s supply chain and procurement functions. This role will lead manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, sourcing, demand planning, quality, logistics and distribution globally, with key contract manufacturing and ODM partners. This executive role is critical to develop, own and lead strategic relationships across the supply chain from ODM to CM to key component vendors to drive quality, speed-to-market, and scalability while maintaining cost competitiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and develop strategy for supply chain functions, organization structure, demand/supply management, logistics, procurement, and business process improvement initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and own the company’s comprehensive supply chain management strategy to ensure operational excellence, cost optimization, and scalability.
• Drive procurement strategies that align with organizational goals, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality products.
• Lead the transformation of supply chain processes through innovation, technology integration, and best practices.
• Provide executive oversight on the procurement of critical parts and materials, ensuring alignment with production and product development timelines.
• Optimize supplier selection, contract negotiations, and procurement processes to achieve cost efficiency and quality standards.
• Monitor global supply chain risks and implement contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key vendors and suppliers to drive strategic partnerships and long-term value creation.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and foster collaborative supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, delivery, and compliance standards.
• Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Operations leadership to align supply chain strategies with product development and innovation roadmaps.
• Work alongside Product Development/Engineering to drive optimal outcomes for the company in support of product quality, delivery, revenue growth and profitability targets.
• Collaborate with finance teams to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Coordinate closely with sales and finance functions on all aspects of meeting customer delivery needs, financial deliverables and supporting growth objectives.
• Act as a key advisor to the executive team on supply chain trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing supply chain and procurement team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Invest in team development and succession planning to build organizational resilience and capacity.

 Experience/Requirements: 

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations, including executive-level roles.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing supply chain strategies in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Proven track record of running high volume global operations, including experience setting up, scaling, and managing global contract manufacturing networks.
• Demonstrated expertise and established strategic relationships with leading global supply chain partners, enabling effective collaboration and optimization across the supply chain ecosystem.
• Strong relationships with ODMs and contract manufacturers.
• Experience forecasting, budgeting, and leading quarterly and annual business planning processes; expert-level financial, quantitative, and analytical skills.
• Strong expertise in managing global supply chains, vendor negotiations, and procurement of complex components or materials.
• Experience partnering with product development and engineering teams.
• Experience working with mobile telecom carriers and wireless networks strongly preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and ability to drive alignment between supply chain operations and business goals.
• Exceptional negotiation and relationship-building skills at an executive level.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in leveraging technology and data to optimize supply chain performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.

 Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Salary Range: $280,000 - $325,000
This base pay range will vary depending on experience, qualifications, and location. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Inseego has to offer! 

Inseego is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability or legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state and local law.

Salary : $280,000 - $325,000