About Rondo Energy
At Rondo, we help the world’s most difficult-to-decarbonize industries rapidly lower their energy costs and carbon emissions.Our low-cost, drop-in heat battery replaces fossil-fired boilers at industrial facilities, enabling companies to deeply decarbonize without making costly changes to their factories. Utilizing century-old refractory brick material and cutting-edge automation, Rondo Heat Batteries (RHBs) turn intermittent renewable electricity into continuous, high-temperature heat and power.
With proven success in the field and modular models, we reduce cost and emissions across various industries, from food and textiles to steel and cement.With a $3+ trillion market potential, we’re driving new demand for renewables, improving energy security, and accelerating rapid carbon reduction within the world’s most hard-to-abate sectors.Rondo Energy is seeking a highly skilled Global Supply Manager to oversee and optimize our global supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have experience managing sourcing, procurement, and supplier relationships across diverse industries.
This role is critical in ensuring cost-effective procurement, maintaining quality and compliance standards, and driving efficiencies across our global supply network.
What You Will Do
(key responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to):
- Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for key materials and components.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers, securing competitive terms and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks.
- Ensure all materials and components comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and company quality requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to streamline logistics and optimize inventory management.
- Work closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
- Partner with engineering teams to support the development and sourcing of future product generations, ensuring scalability and cost-effectiveness.
What You Will Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or global sourcing across manufacturing, industrial, or related sectors.
- Strong knowledge of global supplier markets, procurement best practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven expertise in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Experience working in a global supply chain environment with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel as needed for supplier engagement and global operations oversight.
Bonus Points!
- Experience in air management systems and refractory materials
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Medical BenefitsDental & Vision Benefits Life Insurance and ADD Up to 12 paid holidays per year, in addition to a company week-long holiday in DecemberFlexible time off policy401(k) plan with company matchCell Phone ReimbursementCatered lunches on-siteRondo HQ is close to Oakland airport - one block from the Bay - and has stunning Bay viewsAn opportunity to make a huge positive impact on the planetThis role is preferred to be on-site Alameda, California though strong candidates from different geographies open to travel will be considered.
The estimated annual salary range for a candidate in the Bay Area for this role is between $140,000 and $170,000, plus equity in an early-stage, rapidly scaling global company. Additionally, you would be eligible for Rondo's excellent benefits listed above. Please note that some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidates' diverse sets of skill levels, experience, and geographic locations. Rondo Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Rondo is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please let our recruiting team know.We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias.
Note to Recruitment Agencies:
Rondo does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, Rondo Energy does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.
