Senior Staff NPI Sourcing Specialist
Boston Dynamics develops and deploys highly mobile robots and fleet-management software for industrial inspection, warehouse operations, and manufacturing automation.
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About Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics, Inc. is a Waltham, Massachusetts robotics company developing commercial mobile robots. Its current portfolio includes the Spot quadruped, Stretch warehouse robot, Atlas humanoid robot, and Orbit fleet-orchestration software.
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Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will manage the sourcing lifecycle for electronics, semiconductor components, and mechanical assemblies supporting new product introduction. You will identify and vet suppliers, develop should-cost models, monitor material availability, place and track purchase requisitions and purchase orders, follow up on deliveries, and report procurement and inventory metrics.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience
- Experience in an R&D environment is preferred
- Proficiency with ERP or procurement systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft or Google Suite tools
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Relevant experience in consumer electronics, semiconductors, or automotive autonomous-driving systems is preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Identify and vet suppliers with Engineering
- Develop should-cost models and negotiate total cost of ownership
- Monitor R&D material inventory availability
- Place and track purchase requisitions and purchase orders
- Follow up with suppliers on open and overdue orders
- Maintain material fulfilment metrics and delivery timelines
- Analyze procurement and inventory metrics
- Prepare daily procurement reports
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Annual bonus structure
