--- title: 'Director, Global Supply Chain and Purchasing at JMA Wireless' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/director-global-supply-chain-and-purchasing-jma-wireless-liverpool-wqwzgwpdt8wv' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Director, Global Supply Chain and Purchasing at JMA Wireless - **Company:** JMA Wireless - **Location:** Liverpool, NY - **Compensation:** $160k–$180k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-10 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/jmawireless/f6ca4710-1b83-409a-a72e-14c47a1e8a1c ## Job description JMA is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G. It makes the world’s most advanced software-based 5G platform, designed, coded, and manufactured in Syracuse, NY at the only U.S.-owned 5G factory in the country. Across its global tech centers, JMA makes 5G possible for organizations with the most critical connectivity demands in the world. JMA’s technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity for leading mobile carriers, the most iconic stadiums, major universities, leading healthcare centers, the busiest transit centers, and the U.S. Military. 5G is more than another G on your phone — it is a generational opportunity to change the way the world operates. Join the industry’s fastest growing technology company to shape that future today. The Director of Global Supply Chain and Purchasing will be based out of the Liverpool, NY office and plays a pivotal role in strategically steering the company’s global supply chain operations. This role leads JMA’s global strategic sourcing and supply chain function to ensure on time delivery to customers, cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and supplier performance across all product lines. Develop and execute sourcing strategies that support revenue growth, margin targets, and operational scalability while strengthening supplier partnerships and driving continuous cost improvement. ## POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Sourcing & Supply Strategy - Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for key commodities, materials, and components supporting JMA manufacturing operations. - Identify and qualify strategic suppliers to support cost, quality, and capacity requirements. - Lead supplier selection, sourcing decisions, and long-term supply agreements. Cost & Commercial Management - Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements with global suppliers. - Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, and supplier negotiations. - Monitor commodity markets and supply trends to mitigate cost volatility and supply risk. Supplier Performance & Risk Management - Establish supplier performance metrics including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness. - Lead supplier performance reviews and improvement initiatives. - Develop contingency sourcing strategies to mitigate supply disruption risk. Inventory, Production and Material Planning Management - Own overarching S&OP/D&OP operating mechanisms to ensure optimum information sharing and cross functional alignment on sales/manufacturing/inventory planning. - Define stocking and planning strategies to balance stock levels to cut holding costs while maintaining OTD to customer. - Define and own operating mechanisms to track actual vs. target, identification of gaps and gap closure activities (including slow moving/excess/obsolete inventory). Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Engineering, Operations, Logistics, and Quality to support new product launches and ongoing production needs. - Support Design for Cost (DFC) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives with R&D and manufacturing engineering teams. - Align sourcing strategies with production capacity plans and revenue forecasts. Global Supply Chain Development - Expand and diversify the global supplier base to support operational growth and mitigate global supply risk. - Support supplier development and capability expansion initiatives. - Drive supplier engagement in JMA’s Lean and continuous improvement culture. Leadership & Organizational Development - Lead and develop sourcing professionals and commodity managers. - Establish sourcing KPIs and performance tracking aligned with JMA’s operational goals. - Promote cross-functional collaboration and a culture of accountability. ## REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred) - 12-15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain leadership - 5-8 years' experience in global manufacturing & planning leadership - Proven experience negotiating global supply agreements and cost reductions - Strong understanding of global manufacturing supply chains and purchasing - Experience working with engineering and operations teams on product launches - Knowledge of commodity markets, supplier risk management, and cost modeling - Strong negotiation, leadership, and cross-functional communication skills - Experience with Advanced Quality Product Planning (APQP) required - Experience implementing and managing supplier scorecards and performance improvements ## #LI-TM1 At JMA, our people are deeply committed to their work and we provide benefits to match. When you join JMA you have immediate access to everything you need. Whether you're looking for employee discounts, financial, legal and/or childcare resources and support, we have you covered. We believe in providing comprehensive health and wellness coverage along with monetary rewards towards health goals, in addition to numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you. At JMA, we don’t just accept differences — we embrace them. JMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. ## About JMA Wireless ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: JMA Wireless designs and manufactures software-based 5G, private wireless networks, and advanced indoor connectivity solutions, all produced in the United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped with disclosed $43.9M in total funding) - **Headquarters**: Syracuse, New York, United States - **Founded**: 2012 - **Founders**: John Mezzalingua ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Telecommunications / Wireless Technology - **Target customers**: B2B; Enterprise, Venues (stadiums, casinos, hotels), Public Sector, and Network Operators - **Mission statement**: "Redefine wireless and restore U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G." ## Products & Services - **XRAN™**: A fully software-based, virtualized 5G RAN platform that is interoperable and designed for OpenRAN architectures. Delivered as a SaaS-like software solution for mobile networks. - **IOTA™**: A millimeter-wave platform optimized for high-capacity indoor 5G deployments, such as stadiums and arenas. - **DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems)**: Distributed antenna systems for in-building cellular coverage. - **5G-Ready Antennas & Connectors**: Hardware components for 5G infrastructure, designed and manufactured in the U.S. - **Private Wireless Networks**: Turnkey private 5G/LTE network solutions for enterprise, industrial, and campus environments. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Estimated Annual Revenue**: ~$100M (per data aggregator estimates). - **Total Funding**: $43.9M. - **Headcount**: ~1,000+ employees globally; 484 reported on one aggregator with +1.7% YoY growth. - **Notable Customers/Deployments**: Allegiant Stadium (NFL Raiders), SoFi Stadium (NFL Rams & Chargers), Milwaukee Bucks, Sacramento Kings, American Dream complex (NJ), Olympic Stadium (Italy). - **Key Milestone**: In 2022 opened a first-of-its-kind 5G manufacturing campus in downtown Syracuse, described as a $100M investment spanning a city block. - **New Acquisition**: Announced that Quintel has joined JMA Wireless and now operates as "Quintel, Powered by JMA" (2026). ## Competitive Advantages - **Only U.S.-owned 5G manufacturer**: This provides a unique value proposition for customers prioritizing supply chain security and "Made in USA" compliance. - **Software-first, OpenRAN architecture**: The XRAN platform is 100% software-based, enabling flexibility, interoperability, and cost efficiency compared to legacy, hardware-locked solutions. - **Proprietary intellectual property**: Combines software (XRAN, TEKO) with advanced hardware manufacturing (antennas, connectors, millimeter-wave IOTA). - **Strong venue/enterprise footprint**: Deployed in some of the world's highest-capacity and most iconic venues, proving real-world performance at scale. ## Strategic Focus - **Restoring U.S. leadership in wireless**: JMA is positioning itself as the domestic alternative in the 5G and OpenRAN transition. - **Scaling private 5G networks**: Targeting enterprise and industrial verticals (manufacturing, education, stadiums) with private wireless solutions. - **International expansion**: Maintaining offices in Italy, India, and Ireland while expanding global customer base. - **Manufacturing & vertical integration**: Investing heavily in U.S.-based production capabilities, including the new Syracuse 5G campus. ## Why Work Here - **Agile & impactful work**: Commonly described internally as having "the size and strength to advance the industry – yet agile and small enough to allow every team member to contribute and stand out from day one" [jmawireless.com](https://jmawireless.com/careers/). - **Fast-growing, global environment**: ~1,000+ employees across 10+ global offices with significant growth +1.7% YoY headcount. - **Great benefits**: - **Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)** and 8 paid holidays for eligible roles. - **401(k) with employer match**: 50% on up to 6% contribution, fully vested in 3 years. - **Tuition reimbursement**: For eligible U.S. employees with at least 1 year service. - **Comprehensive insurance**: Medical/Dental/Vision starting Day 1 (via Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield) plus free Life/AD&D/Disability insurance. - **Health Accounts**: HSA, FSA, Limited Purpose FSA available. - **Strong intern-to-hire pipeline**: 70% of internships result in full-time employment. - **Culture & community**: Known for a "deep commitment to community" including annual Earth Day cleanups and employee fitness/social events at all offices [jmawireless.com](https://jmawireless.com/careers/). - **Work model**: Multiple office locations globally, with flexible and unlimited time off — hybrid/remote policy specifics should be confirmed per role. ## Sources 1. [jmawireless.com - We Are JMA](https://jmawireless.com/we-are-jma/) 2. [jmawireless.com - Careers](https://jmawireless.com/careers/) 3. [jobs.lever.co/jmawireless - Jobs Board](https://jmawireless.com/careers/jobs-board/) 4. 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