The Role
Leads end-to-end supply chain planning and material readiness for new vehicle product launches, from design through production ramp-up. Owns NPI schedules, phase-gate processes, MRP and ISO implementation, shortage mitigation, alternate sourcing, and supply-chain impacts of engineering changes. Coordinates Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Development while managing critical-path risks, production continuity, status meetings, and executive reporting.
Summary Generated by Built In
About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
Harbinger is seeking a NPI Project Manager, Supply Chain to drive cross-functional execution and ensure material readiness across our growing vehicle lineup, including the Electric and Plug-in Hybrid Chassis, HC Series Cab, Step Van, and Sevna Cab Chassis platforms. This role sits at the center of Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Development, translating program milestones into supply chain action and keeping production continuity on track through every ramp, launch, and shortage event.
This is a high-visibility, hands-on role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, builds structure where none exists yet, and is comfortable being the single point of accountability for supply readiness on a fast-moving vehicle program.
Key Responsibilities- Lead end-to-end supply chain planning for new product launches and platform ramps, from early design through first-unit shipment and into steady-state production.
- Develop and maintain the master NPI / launch timing plan from sourcing through SOP/SORP and ramp-up.
- Establish and continuously improve standardized NPI/SCPM methodologies, phase-gate processes, and repeatable playbooks, defining clear roles, escalation paths, and standard work across programs.
- Champion for MRP and ISO implementation for the supply chain organization.
- Drive shortage management: identify at-risk parts, coordinate expedites and alternate sourcing, and keep production lines running through supply disruptions.
- Partner with Engineering to translate design and BOM changes into scalable sourcing and manufacturing plans, and manage the supply chain impact of ECOs/PCOs.
- Coordinate cross-functionally across Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Development to align supply readiness with production build schedules.
- Own program-level supply chain schedules, identify critical-path material risks, and proactively mitigate them before they impact the line.
- Serve as the central point of contact for your program(s), running status meetings and delivering summaries of risks, decisions needed, and progress.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with 3+ years of experience in supply chain program management, project management, or operations—ideally within automotive, EV, aerospace, or related manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) programs from concept through production handoff.
- Demonstrated success managing shortages and material readiness for production continuity.
- Experience with ERP systems and supply chain data/reporting tools (e.g., Oracle, advanced Excel).
- Strong track record leading complex, cross-functional projects, with the excellent written and verbal communication skills needed to align internal teams and suppliers.
- Proven ability to operate independently, drive root-cause problem solving, and deliver results across competing priorities in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
- Willingness to travel periodically to suppliers, service locations, or other operating locations as required.
- Familiarity with vertically integrated manufacturing environments and the interplay between in-house production and outside suppliers.
- Knowledge of automotive or commercial vehicle supply chain KPIs and quality/compliance frameworks.
- Familiarity with program management methodologies.
- Experience standing up or improving program management processes and reporting cadences in a scaling organization.
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Key Benefits & Perks:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$140,000—$180,000 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected].
Candidate Data Privacy
Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain program management, project management, or operations
- Experience in automotive, electric vehicle, aerospace, or related manufacturing environments
- Experience supporting new product introduction programs from concept through production handoff
- Demonstrated success managing shortages and material readiness for production continuity
- Experience with ERP systems and supply chain data or reporting tools, such as Oracle and advanced Excel
- Experience leading complex, cross-functional projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to operate independently, perform root-cause problem solving, and deliver results across competing priorities
- Willingness to travel periodically to suppliers, service locations, or other operating locations
- Familiarity with vertically integrated manufacturing environments and in-house and external supplier operations
- Knowledge of automotive or commercial vehicle supply chain KPIs and quality or compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with program management methodologies
- Experience establishing or improving program management processes and reporting cadences in a scaling organization
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Harbinger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harbinger and has not been reviewed or approved by Harbinger.
-
Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for its market and stage, and feedback suggests ranges are posted and compensation is communicated clearly in listings.
-
Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is highlighted as 100% employer‑paid for employees across postings, indicating strong medical, dental, and vision support.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as generous, with parental leave and an annual vacation bonus appearing alongside core PTO.
Harbinger Insights
Am I A Good Fit?
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.
Success! Refresh the page to see how your skills align with this role.
The Company
What We Do
Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial vehicles, Harbinger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced for zero acquisition premium. Harbinger: familiar form, revolutionary foundation.
Gallery
