Senior NPI Sourcing Specialist- Spot
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Job Location:
Waltham, MA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 99554 - 136887
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robotics pushing the boundaries of what robots can do. Our innovative team is dedicated to building machines that move and interact in the world with agility intelligence and efficiency.
We are seeking a Senior NPI Sourcing Specialist to support our Spot research and development teams by ensuring materials and consumables are sourced tracked and delivered this role youll be responsible for managing daily inventory levels coordinating with suppliers and optimizing procurement processes to meet the fast-paced needs of our R&D environment.
You are responsible for the end to end procurement of material that starts when engineering releases the CAD files or specifies the COTs part and ends with parts in house in the right quantity in prototype inventory. You will work closely with engineering as part of the New Product Introduction team. As the Bill of Material matures you will ensure that the parts that are on order and received on time. You will interact with a range of suppliers from rapid prototype to mature OEMs and CMs.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier Relationship & Performance Management Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships. Communicate regularly and proactively to manage supplier order fulfilment on time execution address order status resolve delays and uphold quality standards applicable to the NPI program phase
NPI Material Availability In collaboration with OPM (Operations Program Manager) Monitor and manage R&D daily material inventory levels to ensure stock availability aligns with production and demand needs.
Purchase Requisitions Place and track purchase requisitions/and POs once issued based on NPI phase build planning program schedules and inventory requirements. Proactively follow up with suppliers on open orders past due items to ensure timely deliveries.
Material Fulfilment Metrics Maintain visibility and report out relevant metrics into open purchase orders update internal systems and ensure accurate delivery timelines are communicated.
Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze procurement and inventory metrics (turnover accuracy supplier performance) and prepare daily reports to inform procurement strategies and improve supply chain efficiency.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Sourcing Business or related field (or equivalent experience)
5 years of procurement supply chain or supplier management experience (R&D environment preferred)
Strong organizational and communication skills with a detail-oriented mindset
Proficiency in ERP or procurement systems and Microsoft/Google Suite tools
Dashboard and data visualization development is a plus
Relevant industrial experience is preferred High tech startup robotics electromechanical
PMP or other project management certification is a plus
APICS ISM certifications will be weighted favorably
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.
The base pay range for this position is between $99554 to $136887 annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to internal equity job related knowledge skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) paid time off and a annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- ATS
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- negotiation
- Contracts
- Recruiting
About Company
A leading global robotics company, Boston Dynamics builds practical robotics to tackle your toughest automation challenges and change your idea of what robots can do.
