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.

Waltham, United States
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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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