Logistics Analyst

About the role

Aurora is seeking a Logistics Analyst to own logistics initiatives end-to-end, serving as a core contributor to the organization's use of ERP (NetSuite) as both the operational backbone of logistics execution and the system of record for financial capture, cost tracking, and planning. This role emphasizes ERP, financial systems, and reporting, as well as the development and maintenance of interim tools to bridge gaps between existing systems.

Responsibilities

• Own logistics initiatives end-to-end, from ambiguous problem framing through scoping, execution, and transition to steady-state operations, without relying on pre-existing process infrastructure
• Translate loosely defined operational challenges into structured plans with clear milestones, ownership, and success metrics
• Serve as a core contributor to the organization's use of ERP (NetSuite) as both the operational backbone of logistics execution and the system of record for financial capture, cost tracking, and planning
• Design, build, and maintain recurring data streams and dashboards summarizing logistics performance — freight, customs, and inventory metrics — for stakeholder orgs including Vehicle Operations, Hardware, Product, and Manufacturing
• Aggregate and frame data for executive/upward visibility — concise, narrative-driven, decision-ready
• Adaptability: Build and maintain interim tools — scripts, GitHub-hosted solutions, AI-assisted/"vibe coded" builds — to bridge gaps between existing systems ahead of formal platform decisions
• Potential ownership of a specific initiative: an external-to-Aurora request/queuing solution for customers and service providers (e.g., Ryder), developed alongside (not duplicating) internal NetSuite portal work
• Gap Analysis & Process Strategy: Diagnose root-cause discrepancies between intended process design and day-to-day execution, develop and present strategic recommendations that balance speed of resolution against long-term scalability, validate new workflows with Logistics, Procurement, and Manufacturing stakeholders prior to full implementation
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the connective layer between logistics execution teams and stakeholder orgs without direct visibility into logistics systems, communicate risk, delay, and cost exposure proactively — especially when disruptions (customs holds, freight delays, vendor issues) affect downstream teams, coordinate cross-functionally via Slack across logistics, finance, and operational stakeholders

Requirements

• 5+ years in supply chain, logistics, or operations strategy — ideally within autonomous vehicles, robotics, aerospace, or another dynamic, hardware-centric environment
• Demonstrated ability to own an initiative end-to-end (concept → implementation) without relying on pre-existing process infrastructure
• Strong NetSuite proficiency spanning both financial capture/planning/reporting and operational workflows
• Demonstrated composure and sound judgment operating across both lean/informal and enterprise-grade process environments amid continuous change

Desired Qualifications

• Practical coding or "vibe coding" ability (Python, GitHub, AI-assisted dev tools) to stitch together interim solutions across existing systems
• Experience designing or contributing to external-facing systems (e.g., customer/service-provider request or queuing portals)
• Familiarity with customs, freight, or contract manufacturing operations

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $108,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Working at Aurora

We bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks. We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

Our Commitment to Safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.