Mind Robotics

Global Supply Chain Manager

Palo Alto

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 42 days ago

NegotiationSupply ChainProcurementRoboticsActuators

About the role

If you've thrived in that environment before - and you're hungry to do it again - this role is for you.

Own the full procurement cycle - issue quotes, negotiate piece pricing and tooling costs, and execute NDAs, supply agreements, and purchase orders
Build and maintain should-cost models across key commodities to drive cost reduction through competitive bidding, DFM feedback, and supplier consolidation
Develop and manage the supply chain readiness plan to move from low-volume prototype builds (10s of units) to initial production runs (100s-1,000s of units)
Track supplier lead times, tooling timelines, and open items across all commodities using program management tools
Manage ongoing supplier performance - partnerships, business reviews, dispute resolution, and corrective action plans
Identify single-source dependencies, long-lead-time components, and geopolitical risks
develop mitigation strategies including dual-sourcing and alternate qualification plans
Work hand-in-hand with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and industrial design teams - providing sourcing input on component selection, alternate parts, and make-vs-buy decisions early enough to actually influence outcomes
Identify single-source dependencies, long-lead-time components, and geopolitical risks; develop mitigation strategies including dual-sourcing and alternate qualification plans

5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or sourcing within hardware-intensive industries such as robotics, industrial automation, consumer electronics, aerospace, or automotive
Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving competitive pricing and favorable terms with both domestic and international suppliers
You've built supply chain at a startup before. You know what it means to operate without a playbook, move fast, and own outcomes end-to-end - not just manage a process someone else designed
Deep sourcing intuition - you understand supplier economics, manufacturing processes, and what drives cost at the component level
Direct experience sourcing across multiple commodity categories - electromechanical components (motors, actuators), PCBs/PCBAs, injection-molded parts, machined metals, cameras/sensors, or connectors
Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die-casting, MIM, CNC machining, and SMT assembly
Experience managing the transition from prototype/NPI builds to volume production, including tooling qualification and first-article inspection processes
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical specifications well enough to contribute meaningfully in design reviews and supplier technical discussions
You thrive in ambiguity, default to urgency, and have the drive to build - not just maintain

Experience working with Chinese, Japanese, or Korean suppliers and contract manufacturers is a strong plus

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